scholarship deadline is april 15, 2026!
RMGC Scholarships
Two (2) $500 scholarships are available to Rolling Meadows High School seniors, for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.
📅 Key Dates
● Application Deadline: April 15, 2026.
● Winner Notification: First week of May 2026 (notified in writing).
● Fund Disbursement: Late July 2026 (sent directly to the school's Financial Aid Office).
✅ Applicant Eligibility
To be considered, you must meet all of the following criteria:
● Schooling: Current senior at Rolling Meadows High School in Rolling Meadows, IL.
● Enrollment: Accepted and planning to attend an accredited community college, four-year college, or university full-time (minimum 12 graded hours).
● Qualifying Majors: Gardening, landscape design, environmental issues, floral design, horticulture, agriculture, or a related field.
● Financial Documentation: Must show proof of a completed FAFSA.
📝 Application Requirements
You must submit the following documents digitally via email to rmgcscholarship at gmail dot com.
1. Proof of FAFSA Completion: A screenshot of your account completion message is acceptable.
2. Proof of Acceptance: A copy of your acceptance letter, email, or university portal update.
3. One-Page Essay: Detail your background, career goals, financial need, and any relevant honors or activities (especially horticulture-related).
4. Letter of Recommendation: From someone who can speak to your character and agriculture-related experience, such as a teacher, employer, or 4H leader.
Submission Note: Emails must include your full name and school of acceptance in the subject line. All forms must be typed or computer-generated; scanned handwriting must be legible to be considered.
⚖️Selection & Fund Details
● Judging: The Scholarship Committee evaluates applications based on the recommendation letter, personal inspiration, current activities, and future goals.
● Usage: Funds are limited to tuition, room, and board. No funds are sent directly to the student.
● Terms: If you change your major to a non-related
