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300 East College Avenue, Eureka, IL 61530, US

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Eureka College was founded by abolitionists from Kentucky who were members of a religious movement known as the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and were committed to providing young people a broad, liberal education. These pioneers believed in an education infused with values as a basis for leadership. Chartered by the Illinois Legislature in 1855, Eureka was the first college in the state and third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. Eureka College was designated by the National Park Service as a Campus Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places in June 2010.

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We're recognized as a top college in Illinois for vocations like teacher education, nursing, communications, and criminal justice, and we're adding new courses for emerging careers like early childhood and sports management. A Eureka College education prepares you for more than just your first job: it equips you to become a leader in your field and community.

Disciples Leadership Program

DISCIPLES LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

This top-tier, competitive scholarship is awarded to first-time freshmen based on leadership, academic excellence, and the commitment to explore during college a life of faith-based servant leadership. DLP Fellows receive full tuition plus two on-site mentorships ($6,000 total combined, travel-related expenses) exploring service anywhere in the world. DOC students discerning a call to ordained ministry are encouraged to apply, but all qualified DOC students with exceptional leadership and service will be equally considered.

Applicants chosen as DLP Fellows demonstrate the capacity to earn and maintain a college GPA above a 3.0. Fellows may choose any Major course of study, but a Religion/Philosophy Minor is required. On campus residency is required.

Competition Requirements

Open to incoming first-year students only.
Must submit an Application for Admission and be admitted to Eureka College.
Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
Be invited to complete the application for the DLP program competition.

Prestigious Award

Typically, one Fellow is named each year, chosen for their leadership accomplishments and potential, scholarly abilities, and commitment to service. Semifinalists are invited to campus for one of two in-person competition events that become a central factor in the selection process. Notification of scholarship winner is made four weeks following the on-campus event that the semi-finalist attends.

Competition Requirements

The DLP competition is by invitation only for incoming freshmen.
Must submit an Application for Admission and be admitted to Eureka College.
Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
Be invited to complete the application for the DLP program competition.

Competition Details

These competitions help select semifinalists for the Disciples of Christ Leadership Program (DLP) scholarships:

Virtual Competition: Saturday, October 19 (via Zoom). Open to students outside Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Missouri. Exceptions may apply for financial or family reasons.
- Deadline for participating in the virtual competition is October 11, 2024
In-Person Competition: Saturday, November 9 (on campus). Open to all invited students.
- Deadline for participating in the in-person competition is October 28, 2024
For questions, contact Dr. Joe Cunningham (DLP) at dlp@eureka.edu.