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WELCOME TO THE CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The general application period for the 2025-26 academic year is now open. You will need to submit your application by the following dates to be considered for any foundation scholarships awarded through our general application process:
• Fall application deadline: September 28, 2025
• Spring application deadline: March 14, 2026
Below, you will find a list of scholarships that are available to students, including a brief description about the qualifications for each scholarship. Undocumented students are also eligible to apply.
Scholarships are limited, so get started as soon as possible by following the steps below:
- Click the ’Sign In’ button on the top right of this page and log in using your City Colleges username and password.
- Fill out the general application by answering a few questions and writing a short essay. By completing the general application, you’ll be considered for multiple opportunities that you may be qualified for.
- After completing the general application, you can also apply to other City Colleges of Chicago Foundation scholarships or external scholarships that have different requirements.
- At any time, you can log back in to check on the status of your application. We’ll also send you an email if you have been awarded a scholarship.
Please note:
- The majority of scholarships require students to live in the city of Chicago. Please make sure your address and all other information is up-to-date in the student portal.
- Most scholarships require students to complete a financial aid application. Please visit www.ccc.edu/financialaid if you need help completing your FAFSA or the Alternative Application for undocumented students.
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Panther Pride Scholarship
Panther Pride Scholarship awards will vary based on your financial need....
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Deadline09/25/2025 |
$200 per semester |
Agnes Vidovic Annual Scholarship
The Agnes Vidovic Scholarship provides financial assistance for an...
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$500 per semester |
AOSC/Kurt Bushno Memorial Scholarship
The AOSC/Kurt Bushno Memorial Scholarship honors our colleague who...
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Varies |
CNC Machining Scholarships
The CNC Machining Scholarship will support students to ensure financial...
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$1000 per semester |
Dempsey Travis Scholarship
The Dempsey J. Travis Scholarship was established to assist the students...
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Varies |
Florence Coles Ballenger Scholarship Fund
The Florence Coles Ballenger Scholarship Fund was established in 2004 by...
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$1000 per semester |
Harold Washington College Scholarship Fund
The Harold Washington College Scholarship Fund was established to...
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$200 per semester |
Henry J. Kutsch Nursing Scholarship
The Henry J. Kutsch Nursing Scholarship was established by a generous...
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Varies |
Humboldt Park Vocational Center (HPVEC) Scholarship
The Humboldt Park Vocational Center (HPVEC) Scholarship was established...
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Varies |
Illinois Manufacturers Association Education Scholarship
The Illinois Manufacturers Association Education Scholarship was...
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$1,500 per semester |
John James Gardzie Scholarship
The John James Gardzie Scholarship Scholarship was established by the...
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$500 per semester |
Michael Doren Math Scholarship
The Michael Doren Math Scholarship Scholarship fund is to support...
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$500 per semester |
Mother Rose Meatchem scholarship
The Mother Rose Meatchem scholarship honors the work of Mother Rose...
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$1000 per semester |
Nancy C. DeSombre Scholarship Fund
The Nancy C. DeSombre Scholarship Fund was established in November 2003...
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$250 per semester |
Norman P. Stein Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Norman P. Stein Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to support...
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$1000 per semester |
Oscar E. Shabat Wright College Scholarship Fund
The Oscar E. Shabat Wright College Scholarship Fund was established to...
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$1000 per semester |
Philip Morris Companies Careers In Teaching Scholarship Fund
The Philip Morris Companies Careers in Teaching Scholarship was...
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Redmond Foundation - Building the Next Generation Scholarship Fund
Redmond Foundation created and contributes to the Building The Next...
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$800 per semester |
Richard J. Daley College Scholarship Fund
The Richard J. Daley College Scholarship Fund provides financial...
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$2,750 per semester |
Romulo V. Ronquillo Memorial Scholarship For Respiratory Care
This endowed scholarship has been established to honor the life and...
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$600 per semester |
THE ALEXANDRIA IMANI BURGOS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
In 2014, Alexandria Imani Burgos attended Wilbur Wright College where...
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$1000 per semester |
The President's Scholarship Fund at Truman College
The President’s Scholarship was established to provide financial...
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$1000 per semester |
The Walter & Shirley Massey Scholarship For STEM Students
The Walter & Shirley Massey Scholarship For STEM Students was...
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$1500 per semester |
Thomas A. Mikula Scholarship For Health Sciences
The Thomas A. Mikula Scholarship For Health Sciences was established in...
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Varies |
Washburne Completion Scholarship
The Washburne Completer Scholarship supports current Culinary and...
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$500 per semester |
WCHI Scholarship Fund - KKC
The Washburne scholarship fund will support current Culinary and...
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