# Dr. Robert Muehrcke Scholarship

> Amount varies from Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation. Deadline Dec 18, 2026.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/dr-robert-muehrcke-scholarship
- Provider: Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Deadline Dec 18, 2026
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/il
- Official page: https://oprfcf.org/scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Dr. Robert Muehrcke Scholarship, administered by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors at Oak Park and River Forest High School. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate athletic leadership during their high school careers and plan to pursue a four-year degree in a medicine-related field, such as nursing, physical therapy, medicine, or dentistry. 

The program requires candidates to submit their applications through the high school's common application system. Although the scholarship does not explicitly require a FAFSA or state financial aid application for eligibility, students are encouraged to complete these forms to establish general financial need for college. The application period closes on December 18, 2026 at 3pm. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievements, leadership in sports, and commitment to entering the healthcare profession.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: IL
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Minimum GPA: 4
- College types: 4-year college
- Must be a senior at Oak Park and River Forest High School who demonstrates athletic leadership and plans to study a medicine-related field.

## How to apply

Submit an application online through the Oak Park and River Forest High School Common Application portal during the open submission window.

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