Members of the McKinley Foundation and McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church have been extremely generous in their support of Presby Hall residents and projects. As a result, we are pleased to offer the following scholarship opportunities.
The McKinley Foundation Freshman Scholarship
$1,000 awarded to a Presby Hall resident who is an incoming freshmen and resident of the state of Illinois, and who demonstrates financial need, civic engagement or volunteer service, and academic achievement. Multiple scholarships are awarded annually.
Awarded By: The McKinley Foundation at the University of Illinois
Requirements: Presby Hall resident during the academic year in which the award is made
Download the McKinley Foundation Freshman Scholarship
The Ullman Scholarship
$2,000 awarded to a Presby Hall resident (freshman or upperclassman) who demonstrates financial need, a record of civic engagement, and achievement in the study of music. One scholarship is awarded annually.
Namesake: The Ullman Scholars Fund is administered by the McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church and is named for the late Rina Ullman of Urbana, Illinois. Ms. Ullman was a faithful member of McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church and was a choir member and music lover.
Awarded By: The Ullman Scholars Fund via McKinley Church
Requirements: Presby Hall resident during the academic year in which the award is made
Download the Ullman Scholarship Application
The Wert Scholarship
$2,000 awarded to a student preparing for the Christian ministry at any educational institution. The scholarship may also be used for those who are studying for lay minister positions. This scholarship is awarded on an ongoing basis.
Namesake: The Wert Scholars Fund is administered by The McKinley Foundation at the University of Illinois and is named for the late Charles A. Wert, a member and elder of the McKinley Presbyterian Church and professor of Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Illinois.
Awarded By: The Wert Scholars Fund via The McKinley Foundation
Criteria: Students who are members or regular attendees of McKinley Presbyterian Church in Champaign (1st preference); students who are members of or associated with a Presbyterian church in the greater Champaign-Urbana community (2nd preference); or students who are either members of or associated with a Presbyterian Church in the Presbytery of Southeastern Illinois (3rd preference)
Download the Wert Scholarship Application