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    Dr. Gussie M. Ware Memorial Scholarship

    Community Foundation of Northern Illinois · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    Feb 1, 2027

    83 days left

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    The Dr. Gussie M. Ware Memorial Scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois. This program is specifically designed to support non-traditional students who reside in Winnebago County. It helps recipients cover the costs associated with pursuing their higher education goals.

    To apply for this opportunity, candidates must use the provider's online universal application system. This streamlined process allows applicants to complete a single questionnaire during the appropriate cycle, which automatically matches them with all the foundation's scholarships for which they qualify. Applicants should also complete the FAFSA or state equivalent if they wish to demonstrate financial need, as these details are often integrated into the foundation's review process. The application window for this program is during the Winter: Dec. 1st to Feb. 1st cycle. Candidates must ensure they submit all required materials through the online portal before the closing date to be considered for funding.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Illinois
    • Undergraduate or Graduate student
    • Open to non-traditional students residing in Winnebago County.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Amount varies
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    One-time or not stated
    Merit-based
    Not stated
    Need-based
    Not stated
    Essay required
    Not stated

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      Feb 1, 2027

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: Winter: Dec. 1st to Feb. 1st

    How to apply

    1. Apply online via the foundation's application portal during the winter cycle.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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