The David W. Leebron Human Rights Fellowship honors the Law School’s former dean (1996-2004) and his commitment to providing meaningful experiences in human rights law. The fellowship enables a Columbia Law School J.D. or LL.M. graduate to spend one year working in human rights in the United States or abroad, in pursuit of a career in human rights law, whether in academic life, at governmental, intergovernmental, or nongovernmental organizations or agencies, or as legal practitioners specializing in human rights work. The 2026 application is due on February 22, 2026. Open solely to the Columbia Law School J.D. and LL.M. Classes of 2026 and some Columbia Law School graduates. Please review the application for more information on graduate eligibility.
2026 Leebron Fellowship Application
This fellowship is administered by the Office of Public Interest/Public Service Law and Careers (the PI/PS Office).