CACC Scholarship

Who Can Apply:

Any 2026 high school graduating senior who is a resident of the Chardon Local School District (44024 foot print) and who has applied to a two/four year degree-granting institute of post-secondary education or a vocational-technical school.

Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicant has accumulated 40 hours of community service while enrolled as a student
• Applicant has participated in at least two extra-curricular activities or is employed
• Applicant must be a resident of the Chardon Local School District
• Minimum GPA: 3.00
• Must complete 800-1,000 word essay answering:
  • What is a personal achievement that makes you proud?
  • What is a mistake you have made and what did you learn from that experience?
  • Describe how you view yourself.
• Must include transcript
• Must include two typed and signed recommendation letters - one being from a non-faculty member.

How to Submit Application:

The deadline to apply is Friday, January 23, 2026.

Download and have filled, the Recommendation Form.  Complete application information with required uploads by following the Application Link to the left. Any applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

We ask that applicants save the following dates:

-Tuesday, February 4, 2026 between 3-5p for 30 minute, individual in-person interviews

-Tuesday, February 24, 2026 between 5-8p to be recognized at the Chardon Area Chamber's Annual Award Banquet

*If for any reason the winner of the scholarship is unable to pursue their post-secondary education, scholarship winnings must be returned to the Chamber and will be awarded to another eligible applicant.