[USA] IEF Scholarship
IEF Scholarship Application 2008-2009 Academic Year
The Illinois Education Foundation scholarship program awards last dollar scholarships covering the educational expenses required to attend community college, in addition to many affiliated schools and programs. This program is designed to give students the funds that make being a full-time student possible, in addition to the financial aid for which they qualify.
More importantly, IEF Scholars will participate in a program that includes one-on-one advising and mentoring, seminars and educational supports designed to provide a successful college experience. The number of scholarship recipients will be based on available funds.
Before completing the application, make sure that you are eligible for the IEF Scholarship. If all of the statements below are true, you are eligible.
- I have a GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- I will have a high school diploma or G.E.D. by June 2008.
- I am eligible for in-district tuition rates.
- I will disclose any prior police record and I understand this will not necessarily disqualify me from consideration.
- I will be a full-time student (minimum 12 credit hours) if accepted into the program.
- I am in pursuit of my first college degree.
- I have applied to and will attend a community college that partners with the IEF.*
* The IEF parnters with the City Colleges of Chicago, Joilet Junior College, McHenry County College,
Prairie State College, and South Suburban College.
The following materials MUST be included with your application:
- Application Form
- High School Transcript
- Copy of SAT or ACT scores (for high school applicants)
- Two Personal Essays (directions in application form)
- Copy of your Student Aid Report from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Letter of Recommendation from someone to whom you are not related
Deadline: May 31, 2008
If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact:
Illinois Education Foundation
226 West Jackson Blvd., Suite 427
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 312-920-960
E-Mail: info@iledfoundation.org
www.iledfoundation.org
