Gary and Jennifer Swearingen Scholarship

For undergraduates who graduated from (by priority): 1) St. Michael; 2) St. Anthony HS; 3) Teutopolis HS; 4) Mattoon HS. Requires essay.

Full description:
Recipient(s) must meet the following criteria:

  1. Recipient(s) must be a full-time undergraduate student accepted to Eastern Illinois University.
  2. Preference will be given in the following order:
    a. A graduate of St. Michael Catholic School in Sigel, IL.
    b. A graduate of St. Anthony High School in Effingham, IL.
    c. A graduate of Teutopolis High School in Teutopolis, IL.
    d. A graduate of Mattoon High School in Mattoon, IL.
    e. A graduate of Neoga High School in Neoga, IL.
  3. The recipient(s) must be in good academic standing.
  4. Financial need is not a consideration.

The recipient(s) may be eligible to apply for the award again provided he/she continues to meet the criteria stated above.
The award will be announced in the Spring Semester and paid the following Fall/Spring Semester.

Donor
Gary and Jennifer Swearingen Scholarship
Award
Varies
Department
Eastern Illinois University - General, Student Affairs
Deadline
03/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please provide a personal statement that contains the following: 1) List your academic achievements and educational plans. 2) List your extra-curricular or community activities. 3) Who or what has most influenced your decision to attend Eastern and why?
  2. Did you attend St. Michael Catholic School in Sigel, IL.?
  3. Did you graduate from St. Anthony High School in Effingham, Illinois?
  4. Did you graduate from Teutopolis High School in Teutopolis, Illinois?
  5. Did you graduate from Mattoon High School in Mattoon, Illinois?