Susan Silver and Ross Erlebacher Economics Scholarship

Please read eligibility for this scholarship before you apply.

Susan Silver and Ross Erlebacher Economics Scholarship - monetary award up to $1,500

Eligibility: A currently declared Economics student who has completed at least one full-time semester at UIUC with unmet financial need, who demonstrates that the funds would go to support general education attainment, alleviate some financial burden, and/or provide funding assistance towards an additional academic experience. Preference shall be given to underrepresented students.

Application: Submit the scholarship application cover sheet, a résumé/CV, and two essays. In the first essay (100-500 words), describe why you chose Economics as your major and how you use it in your everyday life/activities? In the second essay (100-500 words) explain how the financial support from the scholarship will aid you in advancing your education.

APPLY NOW - Deadline Wednesday, April 2, 2025 (11:59PM)

Step 1: Application Cover Sheet: Fill out this scholarship application cover sheet (print or save document). This cover sheet must be submitted with your application materials.
Step 2: Email your application 
When emailing your application, you will include the application cover sheet, a résumé/CV, and required essay/s saved as 1 single file. Submitted file should be saved as Last Name, First Name.

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