Renaissance Scholarship
Applications must be received or postmarked by 5:00 p.m. on June 30 at the
DeKalb County Community Foundation, 475 DeKalb Ave, Sycamore, IL 60178
For Questions Contact:
Becky Zantout, Grants & Community Initiatives Manager
[email protected] or 815-748-5383.
The Renaissance Scholarship is administered by the DeKalb County Community Foundation. This scholarship
program allows the Foundation to award a scholarship to a DeKalb County resident who is in the work force and
wants to re-enter the academic world. The student should be active in public and civic affairs and be able to
demonstrate a need for scholarship assistance. The scholarship can be applied toward education expenses (tuition
and fees) at any recognized university or community college for undergraduate study. After the initial scholarship,
the award can be renewed for three succeeding years.
Yvonne Johnson, retired Sycamore teacher, originated the Renaissance Scholarship in 2007. Ms. Johnson works
with the Foundation to establish a Renaissance Scholarship selection committee composed of citizens of DeKalb
County to work independently to review all applications and select the scholarship recipient. They will make their
selection free of political consideration and bias. The scholarship committee reserves the right not to fund the
scholarship during any given year.
Description and Eligibility
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A one-year $1,000 scholarship at any recognized university or community college for undergraduate study which
will be renewable for three additional years provided the applicant is eligible.
The applicant must be a resident of DeKalb County.
Applicants in any field of study can apply, but evidence of interest in the area of study must be demonstrated.
Student’s activity in public and civic affairs is a determining factor in selection.
Application Process and Instructions
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Complete this entire application form
Submit this form by mail or in person
If needed, one additional page can be attached with reference the applicable question(s)
Handwritten applications will not be accepted
Applications must be postmarked or hand delivered no later than 5:00 p.m. on the application due date
Please arrange to have two letters of recommendation sent on your behalf to the following address:
Renaissance Scholarship
DeKalb County Community Foundation
475 DeKalb Avenue
Sycamore, IL 60178
Application Check List:
Complete this application form
Unofficial or official transcript of courses of all college and undergraduate study
Two letters of recommendation included with this application or mailed to the Foundation (address
above)
Applicant Information
Full Name (First Middle Last):
Birth Date (mm/dd/yyyy)
Mailing Address (Street Number, City, State, ZIP)
Preferred Phone Number
Secondary Phone Number
E-mail
Occupation (if applicable)
Educational Information
Have you graduated high school or obtained your
GED?
Yes
No
Name of the educational institution you will attend or are attending for undergraduate studies:
Have you applied to this college/university?
Yes
No
Have you been accepted to this college/university?
Yes
No
If you have not been accepted, please explain your
anticipated dated of acceptance.
What degree or field of study are you pursuing?
Expected approximate date of graduation from the
institution you will be attending
What is the anticipated school cost (tuition & fees, excluding room and board) of your education for the
forthcoming year?
How do you intend to pay for your education for the forthcoming year?
What are your career goals after you complete your degree?
If applicable: list any undergraduate institution(s) you have attended in the past. Include the name of the
institution, the field of study you were pursuing, how many years you attended, and your GPA
Other Scholarships and Awards
Complete the following section if you have received other scholarships or awards to financially aid your education in
the forthcoming year.
In the box below, describe the college scholarship awards have you already received to assist you in paying for
your education this forthcoming year?
Include:
- Name of the scholarship and organization offering the award
- Amount of the scholarship award
- Restriction on the use of the scholarship funds (i.e. only for tuition, not for room and board, or unrestricted)
- All scholarships from which you have received funding for your forthcoming education
What other assistance are you applying for?
Employment History
In the box below, describe your employment history starting with your current or most recent work. List only your
two most recent positions.
Include:
- Name of the company or organization
- Dates of employment
- Typical number of hours per week worked
- Brief description of your work and responsibilities
Do you plan to work while attending school? Elaborate on your answer.
Activities in Public and Civic Affairs
Are you registered to vote?
Yes
No
Have you voted?
Yes
No
If you have voted, how frequently have you voted?
Do you participate in any public school or community activities? If yes, please describe your involvement.
In what community organizations or clubs are you involved?
What leadership roles have you held and what awards and honors have you received?
Why do you feel you should be awarded the Renaissance Scholarship?
Describe any personal or family circumstances which you feel should be brought to the attention of the selection
committee.
Signature
By signing my name in the field below, I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me is true
and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Signature
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