Kellman Memorial Scholarship

This page contains information on the “Better People Through Junior Golf” Scholarship program, in memory of John and Robert Kellman. Students and parents should read the entire page thoroughly, including the program description and general instructions for filling out the application.

DEADLINE: June 15, 2023
Late, Incomplete or inaccurate applications will not be accepted or considered.

Here are a few reminders:

Only members of the Illinois Junior Golf Association entering their freshman year of college this fall are eligible. APPLICANTS MUST REGISTER FOR AND COMPETE IN THE KELLMAN MEMORIAL STROKE PLAY (JULY 5, 2023) IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A SCHOLARSHIP.
Only applications made on this official Application Form will be accepted.

Scholarship Overview

Award recipients will be selected based upon the following criteria: high school grade point average, ACT scores, and responses to three (3) questions.
The “Better People Through Junior Golf” Scholarship will award up to two (2) $1,500 scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year.
All scholarship award checks will be made payable to the applicant and his/her educational institution.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants for this academic scholarship:

Are 2023 Playing Members of the Illinois Junior Golf Association
Have demonstrated superior leadership in community or school-related volunteer or club activity
Have been accepted at an accredited institution of higher learning for the upcoming academic year (verification required)

How to Apply

High School transcript
Copy of your highest ACT scores
One Letter of recommendation from a club, association or volunteer organization staff or board leader you have been involved with
One page essay response to the following three (3) questions: What are your future educational, professional and personal goals? What life lessons have you learned from golf? How has the game of golf made you a better person? Please describe your volunteer and/or community involvement in depth and how that involvement has made you a better person.
All applications must be submitted by June 15, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

Kellman Memorial Scholarship

Section 1: Applicant Information
Your Name*
First Last
Application Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone*
Your Email*
Section 2: Academic Information
Note: This information provided must be documented by a school transcript.
High School*
High School Mailing Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
High School Graduation Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
High School GPA*
High School Class Rank*
ACT Composite Score*
List any academic distinctions and honors you have received during high school:*
List your activities in and outside of school (clubs, organizations, community service, etc.) including any offices held and/or leadership skills exhibited (list only, describe in full in essay portion of application):*
Section 3: Golf History
Have you been a part of a Illinois junior golf program (i.e. IJGA, First Tee, PGA Instruction, etc.)? If so, for how many years?*
Number of years on varsity high school golf team?*
Golf Awards & Achievements:*
Section 4: College
When will you enroll in college as a first time full-time student?*
Please provide the name and address of the college you plan to attend during the 2020-2021 academic year:*
Have you been officially accepted at this institution?*
What will your major/field of study be?*
Section 5: Additional Required Information
High School Transcript*
Max. file size: 512 MB.
Copy of ACT Test scores and date*
Max. file size: 512 MB.
One Letter of recommendation from a club, association or volunteer organization staff or board leader*
Max. file size: 512 MB.
Up to one page essay response to the following three (3) questions: • What are your future educational, professional and personal goals? • What life lessons have you learned from golf? How has the game of golf made you a better person? • Please describe your volunteer and/or community involvement in depth and how that involvement has made you a better person.
Essay*
Max. file size: 512 MB.
Please give the name(s) and address(es) of your local newspaper(s):*
Section 6: Certification
I certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. By typing your name into this box you are agreeing that the information provided is true and correct to the best of your knowledge:*
Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY

The IJGA would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Kellman Family for their guidance and support in the creation of the “Better People Through Junior Golf” Scholarship in memory of John and Robert Kellman to benefit the members of the Illinois Junior Golf Association.

Kellman Memorial Scholarship

Section 1: Applicant Information

Section 2: Academic Information

Section 3: Golf History

Section 4: College

Section 5: Additional Required Information

Section 6: Certification