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Between cycles — 2026 application window (Jan 20-Mar 17, 2026) has closed; applications typically reopen in January via southeasternillinois.org/students.
Historical funding: $1,000 - $10,000
Prior eligibility: Graduating seniors and graduates of Windsor High School (Illinois) or dependents of Windsor High School alumni.
The John L., Harry L., and Catherine H. Smysor Scholarship, administered by Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, awards $1,000 to $10,000 to graduating seniors and graduates of Windsor High School in Illinois, or dependents of Windsor High School alumni. Applicants must complete the Foundation's Common Scholarship application and submit a high school or college transcript, ACT or SAT scores if applicable, and college financial aid information. The deadline for 2026 is March 17, 2026. This scholarship supports students connected to the Windsor, Illinois community in pursuing higher education through the Foundation's unified application process.
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