NCI 2026 Wonderland Camp Employee Scholarship
The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois (NCI) Division is committed to supporting Salvationist college students who serve at Wonderland Camp and Conference Center. This scholarship provides educational funding to students who demonstrate leadership, service, and commitment through their summer employment at camp.
Scholarship Overview
- Available to Salvationist students employed at Wonderland Camp and Conference Center
- Designed to support students pursuing higher education while serving in divisional camping ministry
- Applicants must be soldiers in good standing within a corps
- Students may receive only one divisional scholarship per academic year
Application Deadline
All application materials must be submitted by: June 26, 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a Salvationist employee of Wonderland Camp and Conference Center for the full 2026 Divisional Youth Camps summer season
- Be a soldier in good standing at a corps
- Receive an endorsement from their Corps Officer
- Be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college, university, or trade school
- Provide proof of registration or acceptance
Academic Expectations
- Maintain a minimum:
- 2.5 GPA (C+) for undergraduate students
- 3.0 GPA (B) for graduate students
- These standards apply for consideration of future scholarship awards
Application Procedures
- Applications must be completed through Submittable by June 26, 2026
- Applicants must ensure their Corps Officer recommendation is submitted by the deadline
Required Materials
To ensure your application is reviewed, please submit the following by June 26, 2026:
- Completed Wonderland Camp Employee Scholarship Application
- Corps Officer (CO) Recommendation
- Essay (250–500 words) (see application for prompts)
- Grade transcript (not required for incoming freshmen)
- Proof of registration or acceptance (e.g., acceptance letter or fall course schedule)
Selection Process
- The NCI Scholarship Committee will review all applications and recommend recipients
- The Divisional Finance Board will approve final awards and authorize funding
- Scholarship funds will be distributed to recipients by the End of July, 2026
Questions
For more information, please contact the NCI Youth Department: USC.NCI.Youth.Shared@usc.salvationarmy.org
NCI 2026 Medical Scholarship Program
The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois (NCI) Division is committed to supporting soldiers who are pursuing careers in the medical field. This scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students enrolled in accredited undergraduate or graduate-level medical programs.
Scholarship Overview
- Open to Salvation Army soldiers within the NCI Division
- Supports students pursuing undergraduate or master’s-level medical degrees
- Scholarships are not retroactive and cannot be applied to past educational expenses
- Students may reapply in future years; however, awards are not guaranteed
- Due to limited funding, priority will be given to students earning their first degree
Application Deadline
All application materials must be submitted by: June 26, 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a soldier of an NCI Corps
- Have been actively involved in corps and/or community leadership or volunteer service within the past 12 months
- Be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university
- Be actively pursuing a degree in a medical-related field
Application Procedures
- Applications must be completed through Submittable by June 26, 2026
- Applicants must submit:
- A Corps Officer (CO) recommendation
- Two references
Required Materials
To ensure your application is reviewed, please submit the following by June 26, 2026:
- Completed Medical Scholarship Program Application
- CO Recommendation Form
- Reference Forms (2 required)
- Essay (250–500 words)
- Grade transcript (not required for incoming freshmen)
- Proof of enrollment or acceptance (e.g., acceptance letter or fall course schedule)
Selection Process
- The Scholarship Committee will review all applications and recommend recipients
- The Divisional Finance Board will approve awards and authorize funding
- Scholarship funds will be distributed to recipients by the end of July 2026
Questions
For more information, please contact the NCI Youth Department: USC.NCI.Youth.Shared@usc.salvationarmy.org
NCI 2026 Emerging Leader Development Scholarship
The Salvation Army NCI Division is committed to investing in young people and preparing them to become leaders in their corps, communities, and families. We are pleased to offer the Emerging Leader Development Scholarship to support students in their educational pursuits and their continued service to The Salvation Army.
Application Details
Eligibility Requirements: Please review the eligibility guidelines here: Eligibility Form 2026 Note: This form must be downloaded, completed as a Word document, and uploaded into Submittable.
Application Procedures
- Applications must be submitted through Submittable by June 26, 2026.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted, including those missing references.
- Applicants seeking feedback on essays are encouraged to submit early.
- For essay support or questions, contact NCI Youth Department at USC.NCI.Youth.Shared@usc.salvationarmy.org.
Review Process
- The NCI Scholarship Committee will review applications in early June and recommend recipients.
- The Divisional Finance Board will approve final awards and authorize funding.
- Scholarship funds will then be distributed to recipients.
Essay Requirements
A grading rubric will be used to evaluate submissions. Please respond to each question in 250–500 words:
- Educational Impact & Future Service How do you plan to use your education to serve and support The Salvation Army? (If you have applied in previous years, describe how you have already used your education in service.) How do you envision your future involvement (e.g., soldier, volunteer, advisory board member, employee, officer, donor)?
- Faith & Community Engagement How are you currently developing your faith and serving your community?
- Worship & Discipleship Describe your participation in worship services and intentional discipleship.
- Justice & Faith How are you engaging with justice and faith-related issues?
- Personal Faith Growth In what ways are you growing as an individual in your faith?
- Connection to The Salvation Army How do you stay connected to The Salvation Army?
- Leadership Influence Who do you consider a strong leader in your life? What qualities do they demonstrate, and how are you applying what you’ve learned from them?
References
- Include one general reference (non-family, non-peer) such as a mentor, teacher, or faith leader.
- This reference should speak to:
- Your faith development
- Your involvement in The Salvation Army
- Your leadership and character
- A Corps Officer will also be contacted to confirm participation and (if applicable) soldiership within the NCI Division.
Proof of Enrollment
Submit documentation verifying enrollment in an accredited educational program (e.g., acceptance letter, class schedule). Eligible programs include universities, community colleges, and trade schools.
Post-Award Expectations
By applying, you agree to:
- Participate in a potential interview with the NCI Scholarship Committee by the end of the academic year.
- Failure to participate may affect future eligibility.
- Optionally share your story to help promote and grow the scholarship program.
Questions
For assistance, contact the NCI Youth Department: USC.NCI.Youth.Shared@usc.salvationarmy.org