George M. Pullman Educational Foundation Scholarship

Pullman Scholars succeed academically and professionally, they're active in their communities, they overcome challenges to achieve their goals, and are responsible individuals. The application process is open annually from the beginning of November to the end of the following January. Scholarship Details • Up to $10,000 per year for four years • Support from the Pullman Foundation Staff and Scholar Community • Typically 25-30 new scholarships awarded each year Eligibility Criteria • Graduating high school senior from Cook County, Illinois • Enrolling full-time in a bachelor's degree program for the first time • Attending an accredited institution in the U.S. eligible for Title IV federal aid • Demonstrates strong financial need • Cumulative 3.0 unweighted GPA or higher • Eligible for state and federal aid, filing the FAFSA • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident • Not currently attending college or holding any degree (does not include dual enrollment as a high school senior) Application Process 1. Verify eligibility based on residency, academic achievement, and financial need 2. Complete and submit an online application which includes three essays and questions related to cumulative unweighted GPA, family income, high school activities, classes taken in high school, etc. 3. Have two recommendation forms submitted — one must come from a teacher and another from an adult who can speak to the applicant's strengths and accomplishments (a counselor, advisor, mentor, coach, teacher, manager, boss, etc.). No recommendation forms from family members or personal friends will be accepted. 4. As applicants proceed through the stages, they will receive other deadlines for submitting transcripts, the interview process, submitting the FAFSA Submission Summary, and submitting college acceptance letters and financial aid award forms. Contact Anne Stretz, Scholarship Program Director, astretz@pullmanfoundation.org 55 W. Monroe St., Suite 3460, Chicago, IL 60603 | 312 422 0444