Chaparral Alumni Network Annual Scholarship Fund

This application is for Fall 2025 & Spring 2026.

PURPOSE: To support students that are first generation, under resourced and underrepresented. The College of DuPage values the diverse background of its students and believes that everyone has a right to education and that there is tremendous value to the COD community from shared experiences.

Applicants must have the following criteria:
a. Current or admitted College of DuPage student living in Community College District 502
b. Preference will be given to students who are first-generation college students, under resourced and under represented
c. GPA minimum of 2.5 is required
d. Students will be required to be enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours for each term for Fall and Spring semester
e. Essay required on your educational journey and impact.

Award: $4,000 – $2,000 for Fall and $2,000 for Spring