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Pay It Forward Scholarship

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2025
Closes: 2/1/2026

The Pay It Forward Scholarship is open to residents of Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago counties in Illinois. Students who have demonstrated the ability to overcome obstacles are encouraged to apply.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, or Winnebago counties, Illinois
  • Undergraduate student, on academic break, or not currently enrolled
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Demonstrate the ability to overcome obstacles
  • Demonstrate financial need

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    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, On Academic Break
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: IL
    • County: Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, Winnebago
    Situation
    Overcame Adversity

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