Michelle Jouris Memorial Scholarship

DeKalb County Community Foundation

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 2/1/2026

Closes: 4/1/2026

The Michelle Jouris Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from DeKalb High School in Illinois. Students pursuing a degree in elementary education are welcome to apply with special consideration given to students attending Northern Illinois University followed by Kishwaukee College.

Award Amount Varies

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: No
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Requirements

Resident of the U.S.

Attending DeKalb High School in DeKalb, Illinois

High school senior

Seeking an associate or bachelor's degree

Studying elementary education

Participation in community service or extracurricular activities Preference is given to students attending Northern Illinois University or Kishwaukee College.