Illinois Sheriffs' Association

For Immediate Release

January 24, 2025

ILLINOIS SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS

The Illinois Sheriffs' Association announces that it will be awarding over $58,000 in college scholarships throughout the State of Illinois to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2025-2026 academic year.  The scholarships are to be applied to tuition, books and fees only.  The student must be enrolled full-time at a certified institution of higher learning within the State of Illinois, full-time.  Online learning at an Illinois-based school is also acceptable.

Sheriff Mike Walker, DeWitt County, will be awarding 1 scholarship in the amount of $500.

There will be no restriction on ony applicant by reason of race, age, creed, color, sex or national origin.  The only limitations are as follows:

• Applicants must be permanent Illinois residents
• Scholarships must be utilized at institutions of higher learning within the State of Illinois, including those offering online learning.
• Students must be enrolled as a full-time student during the 2025-2026 school year (excluding summer session)

Applications are now available at the DeWitt County Sheriff's Office, by clicking here or on the ISA Website https:/./www.ilsheriff.org/youth-2/.  Students must complete the application, answer the essay question, and return all documentation to the DeWitt County Sheriff's Office (101 W. Washington St., Clinton, IL 61727) by March 14, 2025 (must be postmarked by this date). For more information, please contact your local Sheriff's office, Illinois Sheriffs' Association, high school advising center, or college financial aid office.