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
03/15/2026
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.?