Achieving My Potential Scholarship
From Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm. $2,000. Deadline February 28, 2027.
- Award
- $2,000
- Deadline
- February 28, 2027 132 days left
- Provider
- Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm
- Who can apply
- Open to high school students, undergraduate college students, or graduate and professional students. Minimum GPA 2.0.
- Level
- High School Students, College Students, Graduate Students
- Where
- Open nationwide (no state restriction listed)
- Essay
- Yes, 1 essay
Last checked October 19, 2026. Details come from the provider; confirm on the official site before you apply.
About this scholarship
Our $2,000 Achieving My Potential Scholarship is intended to shed light on stories of those who went through the juvenile justice system or criminal justice system and how they have turned their lives around, seeking a brighter future. None Applicants for our 2023 Achieving My Potential Scholarship must be enrolled in a trade school, undergraduate, graduate program, or any other post-secondary school within the United States. High school seniors who will be enrolled in a trade school or college before the application deadline of February 28, 2023, are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must be in good academic standing and have a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent for their program). An updated resumé listing academic, professional, and volunteer experiences. A current or your most recent official or unofficial academic transcript. If you are a high school senior, you must also submit proof of acceptance to your college, university, trade school, or post-secondary school. A 750-1,000 word essay describing your experience of the juvenile or criminal justice system and how you are moving forward. Share with us how winning this scholarship can help you achieve your full potential.
Essay prompt
Personal essay (see application)
Common questions
How much is the Achieving My Potential Scholarship worth?
The award is $2,000.
When is the Achieving My Potential Scholarship deadline?
The deadline is February 28, 2027. As of October 19, 2026, that is 132 days away.
Who can apply for the Achieving My Potential Scholarship?
Open to high school students, undergraduate college students, or graduate and professional students. Minimum GPA 2.0. No state restriction is listed.
Does the Achieving My Potential Scholarship require an essay?
Yes. The application asks for 1 essay. The first prompt is: "Personal essay (see application)".
How do I apply for the Achieving My Potential Scholarship?
You apply through the online form on pglawoffice.com. Scholarly can also fill out and submit it for you after you review it.
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