Renaissance Scholars Program - Spring
Renaissance Scholars Program - Spring
The Renaissance Scholars Program - Spring offers a $5,000 scholarship for high school seniors and college students in Illinois and Oregon, as well as community college students planning to transfer to a 4-year institution. It encourages first-generation college students and those demonstrating strong character and work ethic to apply.
May 1, 2026
24 days left
$5,000
Award amount
11
Requirements
Quick decision
AI insightsBest for
- High school seniors in Illinois or Oregon
- Community college students in Illinois or Oregon planning to transfer
- College freshmen or sophomores attending a 4-year school in Illinois or Oregon
Key highlights
- Award amount: $5,000
- Deadline: May 1, 2026
- Minimum GPA requirement: 3.00
Why apply
- To receive financial support for your education
- To be recognized for your character and work ethic
- To join a community of first-generation college students
Important checks
- Verify eligibility based on residency and college status
- Check if you meet the GPA requirement
- Ensure you can demonstrate financial need
Who can apply
- Must be a U.S. resident
- High school senior in Illinois or Oregon, or
- Community college student in Illinois or Oregon planning to transfer, or
- College freshman or sophomore attending a 4-year school in Illinois or Oregon, or
- Current freshman or sophomore at specific universities in North Carolina
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
open
Study levels
high_school_senior, college_1
Eligible institutions
The Renaissance Foundation
Payout method
Paid directly to the student
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Prepare required documents: Student Aid Report, letters of recommendation, and essays
- Highlight community service and leadership experiences in your application
- Emphasize your work ethic and character in your essays
Key requirements (11)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Minimum 3.00 GPA.
- Resident of the U.S.
- High school senior who resides in Illinois or Oregon, **OR**,.
- Community college student in Illinois or Oregon planning to transfer to any 4-year school, **OR**.
- College freshman or sophomore attending a 4-year school in Illinois or Oregon, **OR**.
- Current freshman or sophomore college student attending Elizabeth City State University, Stillman College, or North Carolina Central University, or planning to transfer to one of these schools.
- Seeking a bachelor's degree.
- Participation in community service, extracurricular activities, leadership, or work.
- Exhibit a strong work ethic and concern for others.
- First in the family to attend college.
- Demonstrate financial need.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Financial documentation (if required)
Applying
Applications are due by May 1, 2026. Required documents include a Student Aid Report, letters of recommendation, and essays.
Award & payment
Amount: $5,000
Payout: Paid directly to the student
About the provider
Overview
This scholarship supports students in Illinois and Oregon, providing $5,000 to those who demonstrate strong character and a commitment to education.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.