Governors State University Forensics Scholarship 2026

The Governors State University Forensics Scholarship supports students with exceptional skills in speech, debate, and related activities. Open to incoming freshmen, transfer, and continuing undergraduate students, this award helps recipients fund their studies while participating actively on the university’s Forensics Team.

Students can earn between $3,000 and $6,000 per year, with renewable awards up to four years for freshmen and two years for transfer or continuing students.

Summary:

1. Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
2. Value: $3,000–$6,000 per year (renewable)
3. Study Level: Undergraduate
4. Sponsor: Governors State University
5. Eligible Countries: United States

Eligibility Criteria for Governors State University Forensics Scholarship 2026

1. Enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at Governors State University (12 credit hours minimum)
2. Minimum GPA of 2.5
3. Must satisfy AIM High criteria
4. Active participation in the Forensics Team (meetings, coaching sessions, events, tournaments)
5. Compliance with all university policies and code of conduct

Benefits of Governors State University Forensics Scholarship 2026

Students can earn between $3,000 and $6,000 per year.

- Incoming Freshman Award: $12,000 - $24,000 (Renewable up to 4 years)

- Incoming Transfer or Continuing Student Award: $6,000 - $12,000 (Renewable up to 2 years)

How to Apply

Receiving and maintaining your Governors State Forensics Team Scholarship is dependent on the following conditions:

a. You must be enrolled in 12 credit hours per semester at Governors State University.

b. Must satisfy AIM High criteria. Learn more.

c. Maintain a 2.5 overall grade point average.

d. Compliance with all university policies and code of conduct.

e. Must be an active participant on the Forensics Team, which includes:

- Attending our weekly meeting.

- Scheduling a minimum of two (2) coaching hours per week.

- Preparing at least two events over the course of the year. This can include participating in Limited Preparation Speaking.

- Attend at least three (3) tournaments over the course of the year.

For more details, visit GovState Scholarship Webpage

Application Deadline

1, November 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Governors State University Forensics Scholarship 2026