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DeKalb County Sheriff's Office Offers $500 Scholarship
The Illinois Sheriff's Association program supports higher education for local students.
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a $500 scholarship to support full-time students enrolled at Illinois-based institutions or participating in online learning through an Illinois school. The scholarship is sponsored by the Illinois Sheriff's Association, and a local citizen committee will review submissions and select a winner by May 1st.
Why it matters
The scholarship program aims to provide financial assistance to local students pursuing higher education, which can help make college more accessible and affordable for residents of DeKalb County.
The details
Applicants must submit their materials to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office by March 14th. The winner will be announced by May 1st and must provide proof of enrollment by September 15th to receive the $500 award.
- Applications are due by March 14th.
- The scholarship winner will be announced by May 1st.
- The winner must provide proof of enrollment by September 15th to receive the funds.
The players
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency overseeing the scholarship program.
Illinois Sheriff's Association
The organization sponsoring the $500 scholarship for Illinois students.
What’s next
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office will review all applications and select the scholarship winner by May 1st.
The takeaway
This scholarship program provides an important opportunity for local students in DeKalb County to access financial support for their higher education, helping to make college more attainable for residents of the community.
