Shirley Flowers Scholarship (for Jones College Prep High School ONLY)

Scholarship Overview:
A scholarship for a graduating student of Jones College Prep High School with financial need for college costs who has demonstrated academic excellence and student leadership during their time at Jones College Prep.

Website: Shirley Flowers Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicant must attend Jones College Prep High School and plan to graduate in spring 2023.
  • Applicant must be within the top 10% of class at Jones HS and demonstrate a commitment to education.
  • Applicant must demonstrate student leadership
  • Applicant must demonstrate financial need
    Preference will be made for students who are the first generation of their family to go to college.

Renewable: No
Open to DREAMers: Yes
Questions? Email the CPS Scholarship Manager at CollegeScholarships@cps.edu

Award
$5,000
Deadline
04/15/2023
Supplemental Questions
  1. Do you attend Jones College Prep High School?
  2. Official Transcript Required
  3. Please upload a copy of your acceptance letter to an accredited college or university.
  4. Please upload a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov) OR a copy of your Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid (intended for qualifying undocumented and transgender students)
  5. Are you a "first generation" college student? Answer 'yes' if neither of your parents attained a four-year undergraduate degree
  6. Why is going to college important to you?
  7. How will you ensure your success at college?
  8. What academic goals have you set for yourself?
  9. How have you demonstrated student leadership in your time at Jones College Prep?
  10. What have you learned from being in a leadership role that will help you throughout your life?
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