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    Women in Leadership of Central Illinois Scholarship Fund

    Community Foundation of Central Illinois · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    Up to $1,500

    $1,500

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    This scholarship program supports women residing in the Tri-County area of Illinois who are pursuing higher education, graduate studies, or professional certification at accredited institutions. The initiative aims to foster leadership among women by helping them achieve their career and educational objectives, with a preference given to those enrolled in business, management, or other professional programs. Eligible applicants must be non-traditional female students who have spent at least three years in the workforce and have graduated from high school or earned a GED. Selection is based on the applicant's motivation to reach their career and leadership goals. Financial need is also taken into consideration if candidates are otherwise equally qualified. Recipients can use the funding to help cover the costs of their postsecondary or post-graduate educational pursuits.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Illinois
    • Undergraduate or Graduate student
    • College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year or Graduate
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 2-year college, 4-year college
    • Applicants must be female non-traditional students residing in Peoria, Tazewell, or Woodford counties in Illinois who have been in the workforce for at least three years. Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED. Past two-time recipients are not eligible to apply.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Up to $1,500
    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

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Complete the online application and submit an essay, two letters of recommendation from educational and professional contacts, and your most recent academic transcript.

    Provider and source

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

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