Scholarships

The Florence Ballenger Scholarship:
The Florence Ballenger Scholarship provides financial support to students who have demonstrated academic excellence and commitment to civic services.

This scholarship is awarded to incoming, returning, and transfer students. Students who have completed a baccalaureate degree program are not eligible for this award.

Incoming and transfer students must satisfy all admissions requirements (submit an Admission Data Form, have official transcripts on file, take the placement test, if applicable) before the scholarship will be awarded. Download application(PDF file)

The Nursing Educational Scholarship Program:
The Nursing Educational Scholarship Program provides assistance to qualified individuals pursuing a certificate in practical nursing, an associate degree in nursing; a hospital based nursing diploma or a baccalaureate degree in nursing.
Applications are available in the Nursing Department, Room 3E45. Applications must be completed by May 31st.

Harold Washington Academic Achievement Scholarship:
This scholarship is for prospective or current students who demonstrate promise as evidenced by high school academic performance or exceptional GED scores.

Recommendations from an employer, pastor, teacher, counselor, or other community leaders with knowledge of the student's academic potential may be used in lieu of grades.

These scholarships are renewable based on class performance and local option, and cover the full cost of tuition. Applications must be on file by July 1.

Other Scholarships and Awards:
For additional information on scholarships please contact the Scholarship Coordinator Mrs. Joyce Butler @ 773-602-5037 or via e-mail jbulter@ccc.edu.