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    New Era Scholarship

    Urgency: HighEasy

    The New Era Scholarship offers $12,000 to eligible high school seniors from specific counties in Illinois and Missouri who participate in designated youth development programs or attend certain high schools. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.00.

    Apr 15, 2026

    deadline passed

    $12,000

    Award amount

    7

    Requirements

    Who can apply

    • Residents of specific counties in Illinois and Missouri
    • High school seniors seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
    • Participation in designated youth development programs or specific high schools

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Open

    Study levels

    High school senior

    Field of study

    Education

    Eligible institutions

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Verify residency in eligible counties
    • Confirm participation in required programs or schools
    • Ensure minimum GPA and financial need criteria are met

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Payout method is not stated
    • No specific application process details provided

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

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    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Prepare an essay, transcript, and letter of recommendation
    • Apply early to avoid last-minute issues
    • Double-check all eligibility requirements before applying

    Key requirements (7)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    Financial need
    • Minimum 2.00 GPA.
    • Resident of Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, or St. Clair counties, Illinois, or Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Charles, St. Louis or Warren counties, St. Louis, Missouri.
    • High school senior.
    • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree.
    • Planning to attend school in Illinois or Missouri.
    • Participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri, College Bound, St. Louis Internship Program, The Little Bit Foundation, UMSL Bridge Program, and Wyman’s Teen Leaders Program, OR Current student at Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School, Hancock High School, Jenn….
    • 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 April 15, 2026. Required documents include an essay, transcript, and letter of recommendation.

    Award & payment

    Amount: $12,000

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    The New Era Scholarship supports high school seniors from designated counties in Illinois and Missouri, offering $12,000 to help cover educational costs.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    Who can apply for the New Era Scholarship?
    High school seniors from specific counties in Illinois and Missouri who meet the eligibility criteria.
    What documents are required to apply?
    An essay, transcript, and letter of recommendation.
    Is financial need a requirement for this scholarship?
    Yes, applicants must demonstrate financial need.