Illinois Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois

Golden Apple Foundation

Amount: $23,000
Deadline: November 30
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

A pre-service teacher preparation and scholarship program for high school seniors and college freshmen/sophomores committed to teaching in Illinois schools-of-need. Includes tuition assistance and mentoring.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.5+
  • IL resident
  • Commit to teach in IL high-need school
  • Freshman/Sophomore applicant

Required Materials

  • Application
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview

Timeline

Opens Aug. Due Nov 30. Interviews in spring.

Tips

Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and serving in high-need communities in your application and interview.