APPLICATION IS DUE ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2025
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Candidates will have/be:
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A student attending a Waukegan school – can be public or
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A first-generation college student. First-generation meaning the parents of the student did not obtain a bachelor's degree from the United States in a traditional path or completed their higher education outside of the United States.
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A family committed to having the student attend a 4-year college/university.
Applications will be evaluated on the basis of the candidate’s:
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Academic merit and/or potential
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Individual determination to succeed
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Ability to overcome challenges
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Motivation to complete challenging coursework
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Family commitment to attaining college
Application Procedures include:
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Student essays
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Parent essays
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Recommender information
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Most recent grade report​
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If you have any questions, please contact Laura Rios, laura.rios@waukegantocollege.org, 224-522-2844