Paul W. and Katherine T. Hedburn MAP Gap Scholarship

This application is for Fall 2025.

PURPOSE: The Paul W. and Katherine T. Hedburn MAP Gap Scholarship provides support for students who are unable to continue their education as a result of the State of Illinois budget crisis. This scholarship is generously funded by the Paul W. and Katherine T. Hedburn Estate.

Applicants must have the following criteria:

  • Must be residents of District 502 (College of DuPage’s district)
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the applicable semester
  • Be enrolled in a certificate, degree or transfer program at College of DuPage
  • Complete the FAFSA for the applicable academic year.
  • Applicants must demonstrate that they would otherwise have received State of Illinois MAP Grant funding.

Award: $1,250; $625 disbursed for the Fall semester and $625 disbursed for Spring semester

Award
$1,250
Deadline
04/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Applicant must submit an essay, describing how this scholarship will impact his/her educational aspirations and future career goals.
  2. This scholarship requires the FAFSA for 2025-2026 to be completed. Have you completed the FAFSA for 2025-2026 on studentaid.gov?