Be Like Austin Scholarship

Apply & Nominate

With the Be Like Austin Scholarship, our goal is to provide one or more young adults each year with financial support through a nomination and/or application process that will support and encourage them to pursue their career of choice in the hopes of easing their financial burden.

Next application deadline November 30, 2026!

Scholarship Application

Applicant Introduction

Name(Required)

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Email(Required)

Address(Required)

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Education Level(Required)

Career Goal(Required)

Applicant Essay

Description of your reasons for applying for the scholarship and must include the answer to the following:

What inspired your career goals?(Required)

What brings you joy with your career choice?(Required)

What makes you the best candidate for the Be Like Austin Scholarship?(Required)

What obstacles are you currently facing in achieving your career goal?(Required)

Letter of Endorsement

One professional letter of endorsement from someone who supports you in the pursuit of the Be Like Austin Scholarship, as well as your career.

Upload Letter of Endorsement(Required)

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Recipients

Congratulations to our April 2026

Be Like Austin Scholarship Recipient

Preston B.

from Champaign IL

After graduation in May 2026, Preston will be focusing his career on carpentry and construction management at Parkland College!

CONGRATULATIONS!

January 2026 Recipients:

Gavin K. from McHenry IL

Bryce K. from Volo IL

David J. from Island Lake IL

Scholarship

Nominate

Do you know someone deserving of the Be Like Austin scholarship? Nominate them and help us find the perfect candidate.