LLCC Foundation 2025-26 scholarship applications open Nov. 15

SPRINGFIELD — The application period for 2025-2026 Lincoln Land Community College Foundation Scholarships begins Nov. 15. Students planning to attend LLCC beginning in fall 2025 are encouraged to apply at llccfoundation.org/scholarships. Applications will be accepted through Feb. 15, 2025.

LLCC Foundation scholarships are available for first-time and continuing students who will be enrolled full- or part-time at LLCC. Many of the scholarships are open to students in any program of study, with the average award being approximately $1,500 per academic year.

New scholarships include the Charles W. and Jean Adams Scholarship, Wanda Britt Southeast High Scholarship, Carol Churchill Memorial Scholarship, Nancy Cobetto First Responder Scholarship, Conservation and Land Preservation Scholarship, Paul Haptonstahl Scholarship, Bertrand Hopper Memorial Foundation Scholarship, Ann Kramer College NOW Scholarship, Drs. David Lett and Gregg Fuerstenau Award, McKay NAPA Auto Parts Scholarship, Jenna R. Protz Memorial Scholarship, Kay Lynn Rothering Memorial Scholarship, Springfield Motor Boat Club Scholarship, Karen Thomas Memorial Scholarship and Cathryn Watson Memorial Scholarship.

“These scholarships are made possible by generous donors and community friends who share in LLCC’s mission to transform lives and strengthen our communities,” said Karen Sanders, vice president, advancement, and executive director, LLCC Foundation. “Their belief in students ignites transformation. It forms the bedrock of their confidence, fueling their drive to succeed and inspiring a deep desire to give back. This belief creates a ripple effect that extends outward, strengthening families, communities and beyond.”

Only one application form is needed to apply for all LLCC Foundation scholarships. Students submitting a complete application are considered for all available scholarships for which they are eligible. Prospective students should first complete a college admission application at www.llcc.edu/apply to establish an active LLCC email account.

More information on LLCC Foundation Scholarships is available by emailing jill.seibert@llcc.edu or calling 217-786-2343.