Shapers of Society Scholarship

The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC. offer a firm-sponsored $1,000 scholarship to undergraduate social science majors who believe in education’s transformative power and ability to change the world.

The firm’s approach to law goes beyond courts and cases; and are passionately invested in the people and communities we serve. Investing in the minds of college students can shape a future that is not just legally sound but socially equitable and forward-thinking. Through our Shapers of Society Scholarship, we hope to do just that.

We encourage students interested in applying for our scholarship not to wait! We recommend submitting your application far in advance of the deadline.
Please consider the following eligibility criteria before applying for this scholarship:

Undergraduate students who are enrolled in an accredited college or university within the United States for the Spring 2026 semester.
Students majoring in any discipline within social sciences, such as Sociology, Anthropology, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, and related fields.
Students who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Students 17 years of age or older.
All eligible students, regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or physical ability, are welcome to apply. We look forward to supporting a diverse and inclusive group of future societal shapers.
Please refer to the list of required materials below:

Personal information: Basic personal details like your name, contact information, university, major, and headshot for our winner announcements. This baseline information will not only be used to determine eligibility but also to contact you if you win.
Academic records: Transcript of your grades in the form of an unofficial transcript.
Video essay submission
Applicants are asked to submit a 2 to 3-minute video essay answering one of the following video prompt questions:
Please share how being a social science major has affected your worldview and discuss how your studies have challenged or reinforced your perspectives
.Discuss your career aspirations within the social sciences and how you plan to use your education to achieve those objectives.
Application and more information available at: https://www.mdcriminaldefenselawyer.com/scholarship
Deadline: 12/29/2025