The DuPage County Department of Community Services is offering college and occupational training scholarships for low-income individuals with high academic potential.
This scholarship financing is designed in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
Applicants are required to provide proof of DuPage County residency, gross household income for the past 90 days, and information about members living in the household. Income for the household must be at or below 125% of the federal poverty level. Applicants must include a 500-word original essay or personal statement, official school transcripts, two letters of recommendation, a Financial Aid Audit (financial aid award letter) and proof of enrollment in an Illinois accredited institution.
The scholarship award amounts will vary this year from $500 to $2,500, and special consideration is given to students interested in high-technology fields or other occupations in emerging fields.
Applications are available at www.dupageco.org/CSBG. Completed applications and support documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 3.
— DuPage County
