Our Opportunities

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:

  1. Click the ’Sign In’ button on the top right of this page and log in using your City Colleges username and password.
  2. 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.
  3. After completing the general application, you can also apply to other City Colleges of Chicago Foundation scholarships or external scholarships that have different requirements.
  4. 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.
Opportunities Table
Award Name Actions
Varies Panther Pride Scholarship
Panther Pride Scholarship awards will vary based on your financial need....
Deadline09/25/2025
$200 per semester Agnes Vidovic Annual Scholarship
The Agnes Vidovic Scholarship provides financial assistance for an...
$500 per semester AOSC/Kurt Bushno Memorial Scholarship
The AOSC/Kurt Bushno Memorial Scholarship honors our colleague who...
Varies CNC Machining Scholarships
The CNC Machining Scholarship will support students to ensure financial...
$1000 per semester Dempsey Travis Scholarship
The Dempsey J. Travis Scholarship was established to assist the students...
Varies Florence Coles Ballenger Scholarship Fund
The Florence Coles Ballenger Scholarship Fund was established in 2004 by...
$1000 per semester Harold Washington College Scholarship Fund
The Harold Washington College Scholarship Fund was established to...
$200 per semester Henry J. Kutsch Nursing Scholarship
The Henry J. Kutsch Nursing Scholarship was established by a generous...
Varies Humboldt Park Vocational Center (HPVEC) Scholarship
The Humboldt Park Vocational Center (HPVEC) Scholarship was established...
Varies Illinois Manufacturers Association Education Scholarship
The Illinois Manufacturers Association Education Scholarship was...
$1,500 per semester John James Gardzie Scholarship
The John James Gardzie Scholarship Scholarship was established by the...
$500 per semester Michael Doren Math Scholarship
The Michael Doren Math Scholarship Scholarship fund is to support...
$500 per semester Mother Rose Meatchem scholarship
The Mother Rose Meatchem scholarship honors the work of Mother Rose...
$1000 per semester Nancy C. DeSombre Scholarship Fund
The Nancy C. DeSombre Scholarship Fund was established in November 2003...
$250 per semester Norman P. Stein Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Norman P. Stein Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to support...
$1000 per semester Oscar E. Shabat Wright College Scholarship Fund
The Oscar E. Shabat Wright College Scholarship Fund was established to...
$1000 per semester Philip Morris Companies Careers In Teaching Scholarship Fund
The Philip Morris Companies Careers in Teaching Scholarship was...
Varies Redmond Foundation - Building the Next Generation Scholarship Fund
Redmond Foundation created and contributes to the Building The Next...
$800 per semester Richard J. Daley College Scholarship Fund
The Richard J. Daley College Scholarship Fund provides financial...
$2,750 per semester Romulo V. Ronquillo Memorial Scholarship For Respiratory Care
This endowed scholarship has been established to honor the life and...
$600 per semester THE ALEXANDRIA IMANI BURGOS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
In 2014, Alexandria Imani Burgos attended Wilbur Wright College where...
$1000 per semester The President's Scholarship Fund at Truman College
The President’s Scholarship was established to provide financial...
$1000 per semester The Walter & Shirley Massey Scholarship For STEM Students  
The Walter & Shirley Massey Scholarship For STEM Students was...
$1500 per semester Thomas A. Mikula Scholarship For Health Sciences
The Thomas A. Mikula Scholarship For Health Sciences was established in...
Varies Washburne Completion Scholarship
The Washburne Completer Scholarship supports current Culinary and...
$500 per semester WCHI Scholarship Fund - KKC
The Washburne scholarship fund will support current Culinary and...