top of page

Wilbur and William Cummings Memorial Scholarship

Updated: Oct 21, 2021

To provide educational resources for graduates of high schools within the city of Belvidere, Illinois.


Applicants must:


- Be a graduating senior from or a graduate of a public or private high school located within the city of Belvidere, Illinois;

- Plan to pursue studies in the medical sciences including medical school, dental school, dental hygienist school, nursing school, or other healthcare-related programs;

- Demonstrate financial need; and

- Illustrate community and civic service to Boone County, academic achievement, and self-motivation.


This scholarship is renewable for four years as long as criteria are met.


Learn more about the Wilbur and William Cummings Memorial Scholarship.

This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL). CFNIL's scholarship application opens December 1 and closes February 1 every year. Learn more about CFNIL's scholarship program and application process at www.cfnil.org/scholarships

Questions about this scholarship? Contact CFNIL at scholarships@cfnil.org


Photos of Wibur and William Cummings. Logo for the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois.

bottom of page