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Grant Program for Exonerees

Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 8/1/2024
Closes: 5/1/2025

The Grant Program for Exonerees supports the educational goals of Illinois residents who have been exonerated. Residents who have received a pardon from the Illinois Governor or a certificate of innocence from a circuit court, who are currently pursuing either their high school equivalency certificate or a certificate/degree from a public institution in Illinois are eligible to apply. Recipients are chosen for their compliance with the program expectations.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of Illinois
  • Seeking an Illinois high school equivalency certificate, OR;
  • Currently enrolled in a public college or community college in Illinois, AND; Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Planning to attend school in Illinois
  • Exonerated person who has received a pardon from the Illinois Governor or certificate of innocence from a circuit court

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    GED, Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    Community College Freshman, Community College Freshman - Attended College Previously, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Freshman - Attended College Previously, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate, Not Enrolled
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: IL
    Situation
    Exonerated person

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