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William H. Kleinschmidt Scholarship

Community Foundation of the Great River Bend

This scholarship was established to benefit students who have graduated from a high school in Rock Island County. Students must be planning to enroll as a full-time student for the purpose of earning credits for a health-related degree. Applicants must be residing in Rok Island County and demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students enrolled for nurses' training, and for attending college in Rock Island County.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicants may be either a graduating high school senior or current college student.
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Residence:
    Applicant must have graduated from a high school in Rock Island County and currently live in this county.
  • School:
    Applicant must have graduated from a high school in Rock Island County
  • Major/Career:
    Applicant must plan to enroll as a full-time student for the purpose of earning credits for a health-related degree.
  • Extracurricular:
    School activities, community and personal activities.

Application Details

  • Judging Criteria:
    Award will be based on financial need, merit and achievement.
  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Please submit an essay describing yourself, including personal aspirations, educational goals, and career goals.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    You must provide two letters of recommendation. Each one should come from a person who knows you well in an academic, professional, or community setting.Letters of recommendation must be submitted by uploading through this system. No letters of recommendation will be accepted by mail or email.
  • Other Materials:
    A completed online application;FAFSA;Student Aid Report;Expected Family Contribution

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