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Illinois General Assembly Scholarship ProgramOne-year scholarships are available to students who reside in the 29th Senate District and who have been accepted by one of the following Illinois state universities:
Eight scholarships will be awarded. Senator Garrett has established a scholarship advisory board to guide and direct the competition for the scholarships. The scholarships are for tuition only; they include no fees or room and board. Summer tuition is included; recipients not attending the summer session at these schools will be asked to release their summer scholarship. These one-year scholarships are not renewable; however, students may reapply for consideration in subsequent years. QualificationsTo qualify for a scholarship, a student must meet the following criteria:
How to ApplyApplicants must complete a scholarship application form and provide the required materials listed below, including financial information, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation evidencing the student’s character and participation in public and civic affairs. Applications for the 2009-2010 academic year will be available in January 2009. You may click on the appropriate link below to view last year's application for your information only; please do not print and use these, as the application will change for 2009-2010. DeadlineThe deadline for applying for the General Assembly Scholarship for the 2008-2009 school year has passed. The deadline for the 2009-2010 academic year will be in mid- to late March 2009; the exact date will be posted here in January. Required MaterialsAll of the following documents must be received by 4:00 p.m. on the deadline for the application to be complete. Begin planning early to ensure that you will be able to have all materials ready on time.
A helpful tip ...All Illinois state legislators, both senators and representatives, have scholarships to award. If you live in Senate District 29, you are also in Representative District 58 (Rep. Karen May) or 59 (Rep. Elaine Nekritz). You are eligible to apply for the scholarship through your representative's office as well. You can only be awarded one scholarship, but you can increase your chances of being selected by applying via both your senator's and representative's offices. Required materials and deadlines may vary; check with your representative's office for details.
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