The goal of the Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago (LPBC) scholarship is to support overall excellence in the real estate industry. It seeks to recruit, educate, assist, and support educating students, particularly those interested in multi-family real estate.
Student Requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the current admission requirements of HCB. In particular, applicants will have completed an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have 2-3 years of work experience in real estate or a related field. Employer recommendation letter requested.
Program Participation Requirements
Students will be required to (a) maintain a GPA of 3.5; (b) be continuously registered; (c) take two classes each regular semester; (d) complete the Institute’s professional training courses; and, (e) fully participate in Institute and LPBC activities. The degree must be completed in two years after initial enrollment.
Program Elements
Scholarships and Financial Assistance
- Selected students will receive a scholarship of $5,000.
- Selected students will be eligible to renew the scholarship, however, in no event will an individual student receive more than $10,000 from the fund.
Advising
Students will be assigned an advisor from the Institute to provide guidance concerning their academic choices, as well as other counseling during their studies.
Mentorships/Internships
A scholar under this scholarship fund will be given a mentor from the Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago and are expected to participate in the LPBC’s events. The mentors will provide shadowing, attendance at events, exposure to the industry, networking opportunities, and professional advice and interaction.
Industry/Student Forums
The Institute will involve the students in all of its educational and program activities. A student membership in an industry organization will be provided.
Career Evaluation
Each semester the student will have an opportunity to review career options with the industry mentor.
Industry Placement
Students will be informed of career opportunities through the Institute.
Professional Training Courses
All scholarship students under the Institute’s real estate programs are require to attend the on-site Institute training courses. The courses are free and include:
- Information/real estate technology classes – including industry programs such as Argus, CoStar and STDB.
- Professional and Personal Skills – Business etiquette, presentation, networking and time management skills.
- Business writing – composition skills – composition, document organization, resume preparation, etc.
Graduation and certificate
Graduates from the program will receive a special certificate as a scholar of LINCOLN PARK BUILDERS CLUB OF CHICAGO FUND.