Scholarship

Lottie Leach Leeds Scholarship

Eastern Illinois University Original Source
Award

Not specified

Deadline

Mar 15, 2026

Due today!
Location

United States

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Lottie Leach Leeds Scholarship is awarded to high school graduates who are residents of Illinois and enrolling at Eastern Illinois University as juniors. The scholarship is specifically designed for students who are dedicated to teaching fourth-grade students or younger in Early Childhood and Elementary Education programs. Recipients must demonstrate outstanding character and conduct, as well as scholastic achievement that reflects the quality needed to provide young students with a proper education. Financial need is a consideration in the selection process. The scholarship emphasizes criteria related to Illinois residency, junior-level enrollment, commitment to early childhood or elementary education, character, and academic achievement. This award is announced in the Spring semester and disbursed in the Fall semester.

Decision Announced in Spring

Who Can Apply

Region
United States
Residency
United States
Applicants
individual

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Review process

Selection based on Illinois residency, junior enrollment status, commitment to teaching young students, character and conduct, scholastic achievement, and financial need

Restrictions

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