CSBG Scholarship

CEDA’s CSBG Scholarship Program helps Suburban Cook County residents pursue higher education by providing financial support that reduces the burden of tuition fees.

Program Benefits

• Scholarship awards of up to $5000 per student for the Fall 2026 Semester
• Awards can be applied to accredited colleges and universities nation-wide
• Funding supports tuition and allowable fees and is designed to reduce financial barriers to higher education

Who Can Apply
You may qualify if you:

• Live in Suburban Cook County
• Have a household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
• Can provide a valid government-issued photo ID
• Submit a completed 2026 CSBG Scholarship Scholarship Application
• Are enrolled (or will be enrolled) in a US accredited college or university for an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program by September 15, 2026
• Each program has additional eligibility requirements, that are reviewed during the application and intake process

How to Apply

• Download the 2026 CSBG Scholarship application from cedaorg.net
• Submit the completed application along with all required documents by mail or hand delivery no later than June 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM to:
  CEDA of Cook County, INC
  ATTN: 2026 CSBG Scholarship Program
  53 E. 154th St. Harvey, IL 60426