Scholarship Value: $5,000
Awards Available: 641
The CDGA Foundation Scholarship & Grant Program is made possible due to the generosity of annual donors as well as legacy gifts contributed by caring individuals and volunteer organizations that have entrusted their legacy of service through the game with the Chicago District Golf Association. For information on creating a legacy fund or a named scholarship with the CDGA Foundation, please contact our Development Team.
The CDGA and CDGA Foundation are proud to offer the following scholarship awards in 2025: KEY DATES: 2025-2026 SCHOLARSHIPS
WSF SCHOLARS
Scholarships for a variety of criteria such as the student's interests, GPA, area of study, and more. Most are for traditional-age students attending universities.
- One-Stop Scholarship Application opens January 1
- Apply by midnight on March 15
- Funding decisions provided in late May
WSF ACCESS SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships to help students address unmet financial need. Available for traditional and non-traditional age students attending universities or community colleges.
- One-Stop Scholarship Application opens January 1
- Apply by midnight on March 15 to be considered for the most possible scholarships
- The final application deadline is midnight on August 15 (but please note that scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis)
- Funding decisions provided on a rolling basis throughout the summer
WSF APPLICATION PROCESS
Most of our scholarships are accessed through our online One-Stop Scholarship Application. This means you will be automatically considered for all the scholarships for which you are eligible—with just one application. You’ll need to complete the application in full and provide supplemental materials. We’ll take it from there!
Here’s how the process works:
- For U.S. citizens, first complete the FAFSA form at fafsa.gov. (For non-citizens, enter WSF portal after January 1 and follow instructions.)
- Access our One-Stop Scholarship Application. You'll create an online account you can access at any time—so you can save your work and return to it later.
- Complete the General Application, as well as any other recommended opportunities you are prompted to complete. Be sure to meet the firm deadlines listed above.
- Additional items you’ll need to have on hand to complete your application:
- FAFSA Submission Summary after completing the FAFSA form
- High school grade transcript through the 11th grade for graduating high school seniors or college grade transcript for students who are already in college, whichever is the most recent.
- Contact information for someone to provide a recommendation on your behalf
- Students are notified of awards for WSF Scholars in May and for Access Scholarships in August.
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The $2,000 No Essay Scholarship by Sallie is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:A parent who currently has a child enrolled in...
ScholarshipOwl is your source of relief from the dreaded application process. We put students on the fast-track to success by providing direct access to the scholarships they need the most. Take the hassle out of financial aid and maximize your chance at a free ride in college. No matter how much funding you need for school, we have the opportunities...
Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $10,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions partner colleges.Apply for our $25,000 No Essay Scholarship...
The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:EarnestDeterminedMovingThe scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.Furthermore, the scholarship will be...
The Scholarship is open to all residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 17 or older at the time of entry. Employees and contractors of LeverEdge Association are ineligible to participate in the Scholarship Program. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.SelectionOne (1) entry will be selected at random at the end of the...
The Lenny Scholarship offers $1,001 US to support young individuals aged 16 and above, enrolled in college and residing in the US or India. Automatic disqualification may occur for multiple applications.EligibilityYou must be a resident of the US or IndiaYou must be 16 years of age or olderYou must be enrolled in a college
The Appily scholarship application is fast and easy.Scholarship Eligibility: This scholarship is open to high school sophomores, juniors, and first semester senior students for all majors and schools. We will judge this scholarship based on other criteria such as volunteer work, extracurricular activities, special circumstances, etc.About the sponsors of the scholarship (EAB and Appily):EAB is the market leader in helping colleges...
Scholarship Eligibility:A) Anyone who is between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2026.B) This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org. In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions:1. Go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships and place a comment on any post you see answering the question:In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve...
Our programs for artists with disabilities shape the future of the arts. The Access/VSA Emerging Young Artists Program, a Jean Kennedy Smith Arts and Disability Program, amplifies the voices of emerging visual artists through career development and professional empowerment.This national juried exhibition seeks artwork that demonstrates the excellence and important perspectives of artists with disabilities, ages 16-25, residing in the...
Fulbright U.S. Scholar applications for 2025-26 continue to be reviewed as stated on our timeline pages (US Scholar and IEA). Any updates about applications will be communicated to applicants over email. The competition for the 2026-27 U.S. Scholar Program is open.Fulbright U.S. Scholar ProgramEligibility Essentials for U.S. ScholarsIf you are a non-U.S. citizen, please review the Non-U.S (Visiting) Scholar programs.Fulbright...
Scholarship Value: $5,000
Awards Available: 641
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