ALCW Scholars Support Scholarship in USA

ALCW Scholars Support Scholarship in USA

The ALCW Scholars Support Scholarship is offered by Assistance League Chicagoland West to help students enrolled in or planning to enroll at the College of DuPage (COD). The scholarship provides financial assistance for tuition, books, fees, and required educational supplies, making higher education more accessible for students with financial need.

The program is available to both current College of DuPage students and eligible adult learners seeking to improve their career opportunities through a degree or certificate program.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: United States
  
• Scholarship Name: ALCW Scholars Support Scholarship
  
• Offered By: Assistance League Chicagoland West
  
• Degree Level: Associate Degree and Certificate Programs
  
• Eligible Subjects: All Subjects Offered at the College of DuPage
  
• Scholarship Amount: $2,500
  
• Number of Awards: Varies
  
• Eligible Nationality: Domestic Students
  
• Application Deadline: June 15
  
• Eligible Institution: College of DuPage
  
• Eligible Location: Residents within the College of DuPage Districts in Illinois

Degree Level

The scholarship supports students pursuing:

• Associate Degree programs
• Certificate programs

at the College of DuPage.

Available Subjects

Applicants enrolled in any eligible degree or certificate program offered by the College of DuPage may apply.

Benefits

Recipients may receive:

• Financial support of up to $2,500
• Assistance with tuition costs
• Coverage for academic fees
• Funding for books and required course supplies
• Scholarship funds managed through the College of DuPage Financial Aid Office

Eligible Nationalities

The scholarship is open to:

• Domestic students residing within the defined College of DuPage districts in Illinois, USA

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

• Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a degree or certificate program at the College of DuPage
• Demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA form or the first page of the most recent IRS Form 1040
• Take at least 6 credit hours during each enrolled session, excluding summer
• Live within the designated College of DuPage district boundaries
• Be willing to meet with Assistance League Chicagoland West representatives and participate in scholarship-related media activities

For current College of DuPage students:

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Be in good academic standing
• Have completed at least 9 credit hours applicable to their current program
• Provide a professor's name and official school email address as a reference

For applicants not currently enrolled at the College of DuPage:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Hold a high school diploma or GED
• Be seeking career advancement through education
• Provide a reference from a social service agency or a supervisor familiar with their qualifications

Members of Assistance League Chicagoland West and their relatives are not eligible for the scholarship.

Application Procedure

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• Completed online scholarship application
• FAFSA form or first page of the latest IRS Form 1040
• Academic records where applicable
• Reference information
• Any additional supporting documents requested during the application process

Applicants may also be invited to participate in an interview by phone, Zoom, or in person.

Application Process

To apply for the ALCW Scholars Support Scholarship:

1. Access and complete the online Scholars Support Application.
2. Save your progress and return later if needed.
3. Upload all required documents and supporting materials.
4. Submit the completed application before the deadline.
5. Assistance League Chicagoland West will contact references after submission.
6. Participate in an interview if requested.
7. Wait for scholarship notification by U.S. Mail or email.

Why Apply for This Scholarship?

The ALCW Scholars Support Scholarship helps students overcome financial barriers while pursuing higher education or career-focused certificate programs. By covering essential educational costs and supporting students with demonstrated financial need, the scholarship promotes academic success and long-term career development.