2020

Illinois Chemical Education Foundation

$2,000

        High School Senior Scholarship Application

Open to All Future Chemists, Chemical Engineers, Environmental Engineers or High School Chemistry Teachers

The Chemical Industry Council of Illinois, through the Illinois Chemical Education Foundation (ICEF) presents a number of $2,000 scholarships each year to top high school senior science students. We welcome all applications for the ICEF scholarships. 

The ICEF’s objective is to recognize and honor high school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievement in academics, extracurricular/employment activities and community involvement.

Please submit the following information postmarked no later than Friday, February 21, 2020, and received no later than Wednesday, February 26, 2020.

• Name, address (include zip code), and telephone number only on a cover page
• Official high school transcript (MUST have either an official seal or enclosed in a sealed envelope with a signature of school official across the seal) including grade point average with scale
• Rank in high school class
• ACT/SAT/PSAT scores (Either through Official transcript or from the ACT)
• Two letters of recommendation from teachers; including one science teacher. The letter MUST be on official letterhead and signed.
• A one-page essay on “How did you become interested in your chosen field and where do you hope it takes you?”
• List of extracurricular activities, including community service, awards and accomplishments, and employment/work experience

Do not include photographs, certificates, folders, binders or college acceptance letters with your application. Please DO NOT staple the papers together.

High School Scholarship applicants must be an Illinois resident and planning to attend a post-secondary educational institution (i.e. junior college, community college, four-year undergraduate institution) located in Illinois. We encourage all eligible students to apply for this prestigious scholarship. There is no limitation on the number of students that may apply at each school.

The ICEF Scholarship Awards will be presented at our 63rd Annual Scholarship Luncheon. Be sure to include a return address and a contact telephone number with your application!

Additional information on the Scholarship Program and ICEF can be found on our website at www.cicil.net or by contacting ICEF/CICI at 847-544-5995.