The new CoreNet Global-Chicago Chapter Award for Academic Excellence recognizes a single student annually who embodies the values of vision, knowledge, respect, perseverance and innovation that define the organization. Award for Academic Excellence recipients will receive a $5,000 scholarship and a one year membership to CoreNet Global-Chicago Chapter. The recipient will also receive free admission to all CoreNet Global-Chicago Chapter educational and networking events for one calendar year; recognition at the April 23, 2009, New Member Appreciation Gala; and a profile in the Chapter newsletter.

The CoreNet Global-Chicago Chapter Award for Academic Excellence recipient is someone who has distinguished themselves through excellence in the study of real estate and its corollary subjects. Students who wish to apply should meet the following criteria.

• Full-time undergraduate or graduate students at a university in the Metro Chicago area who have declared real estate as their major or area of concentration.
• Students currently receiving full tuition scholarships (from any source) are not eligible for this program.
• Scholarships are awarded without regard to the applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex or national origin.
• Scholarships are awarded based on economic need in conjunction with academic merit.

Deadline for submitting applications is December 1. Contact your real estate department to obtain an application or for more information. View participating universities and contacts HERE.