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 2026-2027 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, full-time. Online learning is also acceptable.
McHenry County Sheriff Robb Tadelman will be awarding one scholarship in the amount of $500.
There will be no restriction on any applicant by reason of race, age, creed, color, sex or national origin. The only limitations are as follows:
- Applicants must be permanent Illinois residents
- Students must be enrolled as a full-time student during the 2026-2027 school year (excluding summer session).
Applications are now available at your McHenry County Sheriff’s Office 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 McHenry County Sheriff’s Office by March 13, 2026 (must be postmarked by this date). A directory of Sheriffs offices is available on the ISA website at https://www.ilsheriff.org/sheriffs-directory/. For more information, please contact your local Sheriff’s office, Illinois Sheriffs’ Association, high school advising center, or college financial aid office.
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