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Ann & Edward Trumbull Scholarship

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Due to the delay in FASFA processing, we are extending the deadline to June 30, 2025.

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Requirements for First-Time Applicants:

• Applicant must be a citizen of the United States.

• Applicant must be a resident within Marshall County, IL and exhibit community service and leadership.

• Applicant will pursue a degree at an accredited public or nonprofit college or university and carry a minimum of 12 hours each semester.

• Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA or rank in the top third of their class; Minimum ACT/SAT scores should be in the "above average" standing within their grade/demographic and have prepared a 5-year education and career plan.

• Applicant must demonstrate financial need. Applicant must submit FAFSA. Provide a copy of your 2023-24 FAFSA Submission Summary, as shown in the sample documents below. This is a copy of the application submitted to Federal Student Aid.

• Two letters of recommendation, current official transcript, and letter of acceptance are required.

• Personal statement (less than 500 words) about the applicant's life, values, goals, career, extracurriculars, community service, etc.

• The official financial award letter from the university, which includes the following costs: tuition, housing/meals, scholarships, grants, loan options and work options.​​

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Selection is based upon interest in and a commitment to a career, financial need, academic ability, and demonstration of involvement in school and community.

**Scholarship only covers tuition and book expenses.

**Scholarship does not apply to students enrolled at online universities.

**Please write a personal statement of less than 500 words describing your experiences making a difference in your community and your reason for pursuing additional education.

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NOTICE - Important Information:

Upon uploading this personal information, only three individuals will have access to view the applicant's details. This information will be destroyed once a scholarship decision is made and will not be posted online or made public. We value the applicant's safety and security.

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This is NOT a one-time offer! This is a recurring scholarship that requires the applicant to apply annually. If the applicant correctly follows the application directions, continuously meets the scholarship requirements, and reapplies each year, this scholarship ensures support throughout the applicant's ENTIRE college career.

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Our mission is to provide financial support to many students on their educational journey. Therefore, we grant awards up to $10,000 per student each semester, with an average award of $6,000 per semester. These awards can significantly impact the recipient's life. This will allow the recipient to pursue higher education while paving the way for a successful career.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 30, 2025

This only needs to be completed at the end of each academic year (ONCE a year)!!