John R. Justice Grant Program
The John R. Justice Grant Program offers student loan repayment assistance to public defenders and prosecutors who commit to at least three years of government service in Kansas.
Funder: Kansas State
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Student loan repayment assistance; typical award size and duration vary by applicant and available federal allocation.
Summary: Provides student loan repayment assistance to government public defenders and prosecutors who commit to at least three years of service.
Key Information: Applicants must not be in default on federal student loans and must commit to a three-year service term.
Description
The John R. Justice Grant Program is designed to support the recruitment and retention of qualified attorneys as public defenders and prosecutors by providing student loan repayment assistance. Eligible recipients must serve full-time in local, state, or federal government public defender or prosecutor roles and commit to a minimum of three years of service. The grant funds are intended to supplement, not replace, the recipient's obligation to repay student loans.
