Andrew R. Pizzi Virginia Mediation Network Scholarship

Direct application

Up to $1,000
3 winners

Eligibility

Location
Virginia
Major
Law Legal Studies
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Full-time or part-time undergraduate, graduate, or law students enrolled at a Virginia institution in good standing may apply for the Andrew R. Pizzi Virginia Mediation Network Scholarship if they show interest in conflict resolution or alternative dispute resolution.

Three awards of up to $1,000 each cover dispute-resolution education or ADR conference and training costs, plus a two-year VMN membership. One scholarship goes to an undergraduate, one to a graduate student, and one to a law student.

Submit the online application with a 600-word essay and one reference letter. Recipients agree to serve on a VMN committee for at least one year. The scholarship honors mediator Andrew R. Pizzi.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Online application
  • Essay of at most 600 words
  • One reference letter
  • Completed application form (currently closed)
  • One reference letter from someone who can address the applicant's potential
  • Must be a full-time or part-time enrolled student in good standing at a Virginia academic institution (undergraduate, graduate, or law student)
  • Agreement to serve on a VMN committee for a minimum of one year
  • Application deadline: April 30, 2026
  • Recipients must serve on a Virginia Mediation Network committee for at least one year.