Fr. Scott Borgman

Human Rights LL.M. Student

Home Country: United States
Cohort: 2026

Fr. Scott Borgman is a Roman Catholic priest from Orange, California, pursuing an LL.M. in International Human Rights at Notre Dame Law School. Born in Fort Collins, Colorado, and raised in Côte d’Ivoire (West Africa), he has lived in Italy and served the Holy See as Coordinating Secretary at the Pontifical Academy for Life, while completing a doctorate in Canon Law in Rome. Ordained in 2010 in France, he served the Diocese of Orange as Judicial Vicar and supports evangelization and Catholic leadership. With a background in film and media, he’s passionate about human dignity, truth, and justice. Fr. Scott is eager to experience the vibrant academic life at Notre Dame, connect with students and faculty, and—of course—cheer for the Fighting Irish on game day.