Lori James Memorial Scholarship

The Lori James Memorial Scholarship is awarded to full-time students accepted to Eastern Illinois University. The scholarship gives preference to incoming freshmen from single-parent households who demonstrate financial need. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA, or a 2.5 GPA if employed over 32 hours per week. The award is paid in the Fall and Spring semesters and varies in amount. Applicants must submit a one-page written statement addressing their financial need and provide a letter of reference.