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    Ron and Carol Jean (McHenry) Martin Scholarship

    Eastern Illinois University · College program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

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    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    Mar 15, 2027

    124 days left

    Checked against the official page on Nov 11, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    This College of Liberal Arts and Sciences award supports full-time undergraduate students majoring in English Language Arts who plan to teach Speech or Theatre. Applicants must meet specific academic standards, and financial need is factored into the selection process. Preference is given to graduates from designated Illinois high schools or contiguous counties. Candidates must submit a short narrative explaining their career aspirations in teaching English Language Arts, Theatre Arts, or a combination of these fields.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Illinois
    • Undergraduate
    • College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year
    • GPA of 3.00 or higher
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 4-year college, public college
    • For full-time English Language Arts majors interested in teaching Speech or Theatre. Preference is given to graduates from high schools in Paris, Paxton Buckley Loda, or Joliet Township, or contiguous counties. Requires a 1-2 page narrative.

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    Award details

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

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      Mar 15, 2027

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: Most scholarship applications are due by March 15, but deadlines may vary.

    How to apply

    1. Apply online through the EIU Scholarship Search system, including a one-to-two-page narrative describing your interest in teaching English Language Arts, Theatre Arts, or both.
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    Provider and source

    Provider
    Eastern Illinois University
    Last verified
    Nov 11, 2026

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    Where you can use it

    This award is for students at Eastern Illinois University.

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