DKG Carolyn Wones Scholarship

The DKG Carolyn Wones Scholarship is a regional program designed to support students from northern Illinois who are pursuing higher education. Administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, this opportunity is specifically available to residents of Boone County and Winnebago County. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a strong academic focus in their studies.

To apply, students must complete the foundation's online universal application. This system simplifies the process by automatically matching applicants to any scholarships for which they qualify based on their answers to background questions. While the foundation's application process does not directly require the FAFSA, students are generally encouraged to complete federal and state financial aid forms to establish overall financial need. The application cycle for this specific program runs during the winter, with the submission window open from Winter: Dec. 1st to Feb. 1st. Recipients can use the funding to help cover tuition and related educational expenses at their chosen institution.