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Named Education Scholarships

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Funding Amount

Typically $1,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Named Education Scholarships

Overview: The Named Education Scholarship (NES) program supports commercial real estate professionals pursuing the CCIM Designation. These scholarships have a dual role: honoring a CCIM individual or organization for their dedication and outstanding achievement, while supporting professionals enrolling in The CCIM Institute's curriculum.

Program Statistics:

  • 151+ scholarships established since 2005

  • 1,000+ recipients to date

  • $1 Million+ in total payouts

  • Typical award: $1,000 per scholarship

    • Geographic Scope: United States and Canada through local CCIM Chapters

    Focus Areas:

  • Promoting high educational standards in commercial real estate

  • Support for CCIM Designation curriculum and training

  • Honoring contributions to commercial real estate profession

  • Supporting professionals at all career stages

      • How the Program Works

    • CCIM local chapters create Named Education Scholarships
    • Chapters contribute initial donation
    • The CCIM Institute Foundation matches that donation
    • Foundation manages funds and administers payouts
    • Scholarships are typically named in memory or honor of someone who made important contributions to commercial real estate in their area

    Contact Information

    The CCIM Institute Foundation 430 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 700 Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: (877) CCIMEF1 (224-6331) or +1 (312) 981-7801 Email: foundation@ccim.com

    Background

    Launched in 2005, the program has reached a milestone of 1,000 scholarships awarded and surpassed $1 million in payouts. The Foundation plays a pivotal role in creating these annual scholarships in partnership with local CCIM chapters across the United States and Canada.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    How to Apply:
    Applicants should contact their local CCIM Chapter directly, as Named Education Scholarships are awarded through individual chapters.

    For Chapters Interested in Creating a Scholarship:
    1. Download program guidelines and FAQs from the Foundation website
    2. Review requirements for creating a Named Education Scholarship
    3. Submit documentation to establish scholarship with matching funds from Foundation

    Chapter Contact: Contact foundation@ccim.com for chapter establishment details

    For Applicants:

  • Contact your local CCIM Chapter for specific application procedures

  • Chapter links available on the Named Education Scholarships page for all U.S. and Canadian chapters

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