Academic Talent Search

What a great start to summer! ☀️ Students at our 2026 Academic Talent Search Academy participated in archery, golf, STEM, junk journaling, and so much more. They also learned from incredible guest speakers about building resumes, college, scholarships and career exploration. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success!

Sign up is now open for our next event! All new students and their families are invited to join us at Krazy Town Trampoline Park for an afternoon of fun on June 13th! Students will receive summer resources, and parents will get the opportunity to meet the ATS advisors. To sign up or learn more about this event please call: 217-641-4387

We are excited to invite your ATS student to attend our annual Summer Academy! Official invitations were sent out via text message earlier today, and registration is already filling quickly.

If you would like to reserve a spot for your student, please call 217-641-4387 to register.

We hope your student will join us for this exciting opportunity to learn, connect, and have fun this summer!

Spring is a great time for campus visits! This year our students visited University of Illinois Springfield, Culver-Stockton College, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

Junior and Seniors are also eligible for campus reimbursements if you visit any schools this summer! Just contact the ATS office for more information!

Now is the perfect time to enroll your student in ATS. Remember it’s FREE!

We’re excited to share our upcoming spring and summer events, and all ATS students are invited! We look forward to hosting these exciting events. More details will be shared soon!

From crop science to animal care, agriculture offers more opportunities than you think. 🌱
Join us March 20 for Explore: Agriculture and experience hands-on activities, meet industry professionals, and learn how JWCC prepares students for careers in ag.

Free lunch + free JWCC t-shirt included!
📲 Register: jwcc.edu/explore

Ask the questions. Hear real stories. Meet your future mentors. 💬
At JWCC Spring Visit Day, you’ll connect with faculty and students who are ready to help you succeed. Explore financial aid resources, participate in hands-on activities, attend student panels, and more!
📅 Friday, March 27 | 9A–12P
Sign up for your 8:45, 8:50, or 8:55 AM check-in at jwcc.edu/springvisit

John Wood Community College Scholarship Page: https://www.jwcc.edu/admissions/scholarships-tuition/

Quincy University Scholarship Page: https://www.quincy.edu/costs-aid/scholarships/

Culver Stockton College Scholarship Page: https://culver.edu/admissions/scholarships-grants/

Western Illinois University Scholarship Page: https://www.wiu.edu/student_success/scholarship/

Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville Scholarship Page: https://www.siue.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/additionals-scholarship-grant-opportunities/index.shtml

It’s not too late to complete your FAFSA!
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Need help?
Your local community college can help, even if you plan on attending a different college.

JWCC Financial Aid Office: 217.641.4333

🔧🔬 High School Students — Save the Date! 🔬🔧
EXPLORE: STEM, Trades & Manufacturing at JWCC

📅 Feb 20 | ⏰ 9–12
Hands-on career exploration, free lunch, and a JWCC t-shirt
🏫 Ask your school counselor about an excused absence.

👉 Register at jwcc.edu/explore