Explore scholarships through the Steans Center: the Community Service Scholarship, the Richard J. Meister Scholarship, and the John E. Brennan Memorial Endowed Award.
The Community Service Scholarship
CSS Students participate in a reflection activity on the meaning of gratitude at the annual CSS Friendsgiving event.
As Community Service Scholars, students receive $6,000 for the next three years.
This is an opportunity for students who...
- are of current freshman status
- demonstrate commitment to community service
- have an interest in CSS courses
Community Service Scholars take on a large commitment beginning in their sophomore year. Scholars are required to complete 30 service hours every quarter with DePaul community partners. They are also required to maintain a 2.7 GPA, complete the Community Service Studies academic minor and attend quarterly workshops focused on topics related to service learning and social justice. Scholars maintain an electronic portfolio that displays their progress and achievements throughout their time in the CSS Program.
Performance artist and Theatre School faculty member Dr. Laura Biagi leads a reflection activity for CSS students.
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The Community Service Scholarship attracts a wide array of students and comprises a strong representation of the missions of both DePaul and the Steans Center. All Scholars are working toward a goal of social justice while transcending differences of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, politics, citizenship status, and career goals.
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Apply for Community Service Scholarship
Deadline for applications: April 15, 2025
Richard J. and Joan M. Meister Scholarship
.jpg "Meister Scholarship recipient Bevon Joseph gives a presentation on his non-profit, The Greenwood Project, at the 2018 Service Speaks Symposium.")
Meister Scholarship recipient Bevon Joseph gives a presentation on his non-profit, The Greenwood Project, at the 2018 Service Speaks Symposium.
The Richard J. Meister Scholarship lies in the tradition of DePaul scholars who critically reflect on societal issues and problem-solving methods to achieve societal goals and engage in service within the local and/or global community.
The Irwin W. Steans Center for Community-based Service Learning at DePaul University invites current DePaul students to apply for this scholarship. The Meister scholarship is an award of $1,500 for DePaul University students. Applicants should have prior experience doing community-based work, assisting individuals served by community-based organizations, advocating for causes, or other experience that demonstrates commitment to civic engagement. All DePaul students are eligible, with a special consideration for students ages 25 and older.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, March 16, 2025
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John E. Brennan Memorial Endowed Award
This scholarship provides financial assistance to a DePaul undergraduate student who has completed a minimum of 20 hours of community service through direct work in communities and/or enrollment in community-based service learning courses at DePaul. The student should be in good academic standing and be in need of financial assistance. Preference is given to students majoring in programs within the Richard H. Driehaus College of Business. The Brennan Award is $750.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, March 16, 2025
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