# Amber Huber Memorial Scholarship

> Amount varies from Community Foundation of Northern Illinois. Deadline Feb 1, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/amber-huber-memorial-scholarship
- Provider: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies, renewable
- Deadline: Deadline Feb 1, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/il
- Official page: https://cfnil.org/students/scholarships
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Amber Huber Memorial Scholarship is a renewable financial aid program administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois. This scholarship is specifically designed to support students from Byron High School who have a background in athletics. It helps cover the costs of higher education for student-athletes as they transition from high school to college. 

To apply, candidates must use the provider's online universal application system. This streamlined process automatically matches applicants to all programs for which they qualify based on their answers to background questions. While the provider does not require a separate state application or FAFSA for the initial matching process, students should be prepared to share relevant financial and academic information if prompted by the universal form. The application cycle for this winter scholarship runs from Dec. 1st to Feb. 1st. Recipients who meet the ongoing eligibility criteria may renew the award for subsequent years of study.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: IL
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Must be a student at Byron High School with an athletic background.

## How to apply

Apply online using the universal application during the winter cycle.

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