George M. Pullman Educational Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by George M. Pullman Educational Foundation
About Pullman Scholars
Pullman Scholars succeed academically and professionally, contribute to their communities, and overcome challenges to reach their goals. They come from Chicago’s North, West, and South sides and the suburbs, reflecting the region’s cultural diversity. With resilience, hard work, and ambition, they pursue a college degree as a path to success and meaningful impact.
- Scholars come from communities throughout Cook County.
- They navigate adversity with determination and purpose.
- They recognize the role a college degree can play in their future.
Scholarship Benefits
The George M. Pullman Educational Foundation Scholarship helps students earn a college degree without taking on severe financial debt. Recipients can receive up to $10,000 per year for four years. They also have access to support from Foundation staff and the Pullman Scholar community throughout college and beyond.
- Up to $10,000 per year for four years.
- Support from Foundation staff and the Pullman Scholar community during college and beyond.
Eligibility
The scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who are Cook County, Illinois, residents. Applicants must be beginning full-time undergraduate study in the fall and pursuing their first bachelor’s degree at an eligible U.S. institution. They must also demonstrate strong financial need, meet the academic and financial-aid requirements, and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
- Be a graduating high school senior and a Cook County, Illinois, resident.
- Enroll full time in the fall for the first time to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
- Attend an accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree-granting institution eligible to receive Title IV federal aid.
- Demonstrate strong financial need and have a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 3.0.
- Be eligible for state and federal aid and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
- Not currently attend a college or community college or hold a degree; dual enrollment as a high school senior is permitted.