Charles Austin Scholarship

Charles Austin was a major contributor to The Honors College. His concern for academically able students was rooted in his lifelong interest in the liberating and empowering effect of education.

Criteria for Eligibility:
*Good standing with the Honors College
* 3.4 minimum GPA

Dorothy Davis Bunge Scholarships

Students may apply each year, but the scholarship is not automatically renewed. Applicants should indicate residency in DuPage County on the application.

Criteria for Eligibility:
* Resident of DuPage County
* Good standing with the Honors College
* 3.5 minimum GPA

First Neighborhood Bankshares Inc. Scholarship

The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of the applicant's academic record and participation in the life of The Honors College and the University.

Criteria for Eligibility:
* Successful completion of first semester in the University Honors Program
* Good standing during the Spring semester

 

Rachael Richardson Scholarship

Established in 1991 by the estate of Rachael Richardson.
Criteria for Eligibility:
* 3.4 minimum GPA
* Good standing with the Honors College

 

Continuing Student Scholarship Application
2008-2009

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Campus Wide Scholarships

The following scholarships are administered by The Honors College but open to any EIU student who qualifies.

All three scholarships will use the same application. Application materials are available on this web site and in the Honors College Office on the first day of fall semester each year. See application below.

 

Doudna Memorial Scholarship

The Doudna Memorial Scholarship was named in honor of a former President of Eastern Illinois University. Criteria for Eligibility:
* First semester EIU freshman
* Graduation from an Illinois high school with a GPA of 3.0 or higher