Polchinski & Smith Commitment To Justice Scholarship
Essay Prompt & Questions
Please respond to the following questions in an essay of 1,000 words or less:
- Describe a personal experience or moment that inspired your interest in advocacy or standing up for others.
- How have you worked to create positive change in your community?
- What role do you believe your education will play in helping you promote justice or support vulnerable individuals?
Eligibility Criteria
- This scholarship is open to any student who is currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or professional program in the United States. This includes accredited community college students, high school seniors, and individuals who possess a GED and have been accepted to or are enrolled in an accredited program.
- The scholarship applicant must demonstrate their commitment to advocating for others and promoting justice in their essay.
- All eligible candidates must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Required Application Materials
- Current resume
- Essay (1,000-word maximum)
- Current, unofficial transcript
- Award
- $1000.00
- College/Department
- External Scholarships
- Deadline
- 05/31/2026