2016-17 Scholarship Applications Now Open – MCB Advising Program's Blog

Alexandra H. Hauser 2016-2017 Scholarship Application

The $1,500 Hauser scholarship seeks to support LAS undergraduates who have a full sibling with Down syndrome. Applicants should demonstrate their experience with people with disabilities—especially Down syndrome—and complete a 500-word essay on their relationship with their sibling. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about the Hausers and their generous gift. The scholarship is renewable for up to 3 years as long as the recipient continues to meet eligibility criteria.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Have a full sibling with Down Syndrome
Be at least a sophomore in standing (30 Illinois credit hours) by Fall 2016
Be an Illinois resident
Be enrolled full-time in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Deadline

Applications are due by Wednesday, June 1 at 11:59PM.

Application

All applications must be submitted electronically through this form: https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/7367223.

Questions? Contact LAS Honors at lashonors@illinois.edu or 217.333.1158.

Diana B. Younger 2016-2017 Scholarship Application

The Younger scholarship was established to memorialize Diana B. Younger who was a tireless supporter of education during her lifetime. The $3,300 scholarship aims to assist students who have worked to support themselves and is renewable for up to 3 years as long as the recipient continues to meet eligibility criteria.