# William and Joyce Wartmann Scholarship

> Up to $2,500 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/william-and-joyce-wartmann-scholarship
- Provider: Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Up to $2,500
- 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 William and Joyce Wartmann Scholarship is a program administered by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation. This opportunity is designed specifically for Oak Park and River Forest High School students who are actively involved in the arts. When selecting recipients, the review committee places special emphasis on applicants who demonstrate mid-level academic performance. 

The award provides a $2,500 college scholarship(s) to help cover the costs of higher education. To apply, students must submit their materials through the high school's common application system. Although applicants should complete any standard financial aid forms required by their chosen colleges, such as the FAFSA, the primary selection criteria for this specific award focus on artistic involvement and academic standing rather than federal aid status. The application window closes on December 18, 2026 at 3pm.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: IL
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Must be active in the arts. Special consideration is given to students with mid-level academic performance.

## How to apply

Submit an application through the OPRFHS Common Application portal during the designated application dates.

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