College of Education Student Scholarships
The following scholarships are currently available for students enrolled in the College of and Education for the Fall 2013 term. Eligibility varies. Application Deadline: Must be received by June 20, 2013.
To apply, see Instructions and other Guidelines.
David and Barbara Barr Endowed Scholarship
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate or graduate degree seeking student
- Preference given to students enrolled in School of Education or who have announced intention to pursue a career in elementary or secondary education in the south suburbs of Chicago and/or eastern portions of Will County
- Preference will be given to students who are currently teachers in elementary or secondary education in service area
- Must be enrolled (or enrolling)in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Financial need and scholastic achievement will be considered
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 words) indicating how you will use your degree to pursue a career in elementary or secondary education in the south suburbs of Chicago or in the eastern portions of Will County, your scholastic achievements, and financial need.
Ronald Bean Community Service Scholarship
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Degree seeking in good academic standing at GSU
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Demonstrate engagement in community volunteer services.
- United States citizen.
Documentation Required:
- Biographical essay (500 to 1,000 words) demonstrating a history of and desire to continue volunteering in the community.
- Two letters of recommendation from a volunteer organization.
Burton Collins Scholarships
Award: One at $600
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in School Counseling Program
- Must have candidacy, or completing candidacy, during the term of application
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Enrolled (or enrolling)in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Financial need is a criterion
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 to 1000 words) addressing commitment to working with people, overcoming life’s obstacles, reason for financial need and clarity of career goals.
- Two letters of recommendation are required, addressing the applicant’s suitability for a career in School Counseling, including qualities such as humor, perseverance, appreciation of diversity, and capacity for leadership.
Dr. Judith A. Cooney Memorial Scholarship in Counseling
Award: One at $1,000
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in School Counseling Program
- Must have candidacy, or completing candidacy, during the term of application
- Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA
- Must be enrolled (or enrolling) in a minimum of 9 credit hours (If enrolled in less than nine credit hours (but a minimum of six hours) the award may be prorated and applied to the next term until fully expended.
- Financial need is a criterion
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 to 1000 words) addressing commitment to working with people, overcoming life’s obstacles, reason for financial need and clarity of career goals.
- Two letters of recommendation are required, addressing the applicant’s suitability for a career in School Counseling, including qualities such as compassion, humor, courage, ethical behavior, commitment, etc.
First Midwest Bank Scholarship
Award: One at $250
Eligibility:
- Graduate of Joliet Junior College or South Suburban Community College
- Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
- Undergraduate degree seeking student in good academic standing at GSU
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Financial need may be considered, but is not a requirement.
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500-1000 words) describing any personal information, academic, professional, or philanthropic goals that the applicant deems pertinent.
$100 Follett-GSU Textbook Voucher
Award: Thirty at $100 (Follett Gift Card)
Eligibility:
- Minimum GPA of 2.75 for undergraduates or 3.25 for graduates
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
Documentation Required:
- Essay (300 words) outlining how you intend to use your GSU degree.
Mary L. Fronczak Memorial Scholarship
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Degree seeking student in Art or Psychology
- Good academic standing at GSU or a former college/university
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Financial need is a criterion
- United States citizen and a resident of Illinois
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500-1000 words) on why did you choose to study art/psychology and what is your “dream” to do with your degree once completed?
Great Lakes Bank Endowed Scholarship
Award: Five at $1,000
Eligibility:
- Graduated or transferred from Prairie State College, South Suburban College, Moraine Valley Community College, or Joliet Junior College.
- Enrolled at GSU in a major in one of the following: College of Health and Human Services, College of Education (Division of Education only) or College of Business and Public Administration (Division of Accounting/Finance/MIS or Division of Management/Marketing)
- Undergraduate or graduate student
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 words) indicating how you will use your degree in the southland metropolitan region, which includes south Cook and Will counties.
Donald W. Hansen Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Award: Two at $1,200
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate or graduate student
- Minimum 3.8 cumulative GPA
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Minimum 15 hours of graded work at GSU within the two previous years.
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 words) describing your academic excellence and leadership abilities.
- Letters of recommendation which attest to your academic excellence, leadership, and community service.
Jassac Charitable Foundation Scholarship Honoring Lorine S. Samuels
Award: Two at $500 (Follett Gift Card)
Eligibility:
- Must be an undergraduate degree seeking student
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 from GSU or most recent school
- Must be enrolled (or enrolling) in a minimum of six credit hours
- African American student preferred
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 words) outlining your career aspirations.
Manilow Scholarship for Students Who Achieve Intellectual Excellence
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 in any field
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Demonstrate academic excellence and determination to complete their degree.
- Financial may be considered
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 to 1000 words) describing your candidacy and career goals and how your degree will benefit your career. Include a brief bio describing your educational and employment history and accomplishments as they relate to career goals.
- Letter of recommendation from a GSU faculty member or administrator may be submitted.
Francisco Montalvo Endowed Scholarship
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Must be a degree seeking student enrolled in the Governors State University;
- Must be enrolled (or enrolling) in a minimum of six credit hours and have a GPA of 2.8 or higher;
- Hispanic or Spanish speaking student preferred;
- Must have financial need as evidenced by the current FASFA; and
- Preference given to a student with interest in labor/union rights.
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 words) describing reasons for career choice.
Matteson Rotary Club
Award: Two at $500
Eligibility:
- Students working toward a career in the public schools
- Live in the service area of Richton Park, Olympia Fields, and Matteson.
- Preference is given to those who intend to work in schools in underserved areas
- Must be enrolled (or enrolling)in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Financial need is considered.
Documentation Required:
- Biographical essay (250 to 500 words) describing career goals and how this award will impact your education.
Dr. W. Prince and Elise McLemore Scholarship for Elementary Education
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate or graduate elementary education students
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Must have completed at least nine hours at GSU
- Must be enrolled (or enrolling)in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Must be a minority
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 to 1000 words) describing your qualifications.
Rich Township Community Scholarships
Award: Eight at $500
Eligibility:
- Must live or work in Rich Township, Illinois
- 22 years of age or older
- Graduate or undergraduate degree seeking student at GSU
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in at least 6 credit hours
- Rich Township officials or employees, or family members of officials or employees are not eligible.
- Preference is given to the a) Spouse of Military Reservist called to active duty; b) Single parent in the process of completing degree requirements; c) Recently unemployed person in process of training for a new career; or d) Veterans whose benefits do not cover textbooks. This is not a requirement.
Documentation Required:
- Essay (300 -500 words) outlining their career goals. Essay should include a description on how you fit into one or more of the above preferences, if applicable.
Ralph R. and Dolores Turner Endowed Scholarship in Elementary Education
Award: One at $1,000
Eligibility:
- Must be a returning African-American student, at least 30 years in age
- Degree seeking student in Elementary Education
- Undergraduate student in good academic standing
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Substantiate an active commitment to, and involvement in, community service.
- Resident of Illinois and a United States citizen
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 to 1000 words) documenting commitment to, and involvement in, community service.
- Letters of support may be submitted from the dean or the chair of the division Elementary Education.
Dr. Peggy Williams Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Award: One at $500
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate elementary education majors who are specializing in reading/language arts
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
- Must be minority
- Completed at least nine hours of coursework at GSU.
Documentation Required:
- Essay (500 words) describing your career goals and why you should receive this scholarship.
