Illinois Scholarships for High School and College Students

Pullman Scholars succeed academically and professionally, they’re active in their communities, and they overcome challenges to accomplish their goals.The BenefitsYou’ll receive up to $10,000 per year for four yearsYou’ll have the support of the Pullman Foundation Staff and the Pullman Scholar Community for your four years of college and beyondEligibilityTo be eligible for a George M. Pullman Educational Foundation Scholarship, applicants must:Be a graduating high school seniorBe a Cook County, Illinois residentBe enrolling as a full-time student in the fall, for the first time, to receive a bachelor’s degreeBe attending an accredited bachelor’s degree-granting institution in the fall that is...

The Rusty Cohen Legacy Scholarship Fund was created to honor Rusty Cohen, leader of Magid Glove & Safety, who passed away in 2020.  The Fund aims to address the shortage of new safety professionals and support young adults looking to complete college.Rusty was generous, smart, and funny.  He listened carefully, remembered details about everyone's lives, and tried to make the world a little warmer each day.  Rusty spent nearly 50 years helping companies keep their workers safe.  He also worked hard to support young people who wanted to graduate from college.The Rusty Cohen Legacy Scholarship will ensure young leaders from...

Seven college scholarships are available for 2025:One $10,000 ScholarshipTwo $5,000 ScholarshipsFour $2,500 ScholarshipsApplications Due to ILCA: February 28, 2025Five high school senior scholarships are available for 2025:Five $1,000 ScholarshipsApplications Due to ILCA – February 28, 2025Dates to RememberRecipients Notified – 45-60 days following the deadlineScholarship Payment Disbursement Deadline – NovemberScholarship Recipients Recognition – Awards Banquet – FebruaryPlease note: All applicants must be Illinois residents.

The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking offers 24 scholarships to top Illinois high-school seniors statewide each year. The scholarship awards available this year by the Foundation total $21,500. These scholarship awards help deserving students highlight the importance of community banking to the local economy. You could win up to $4,000 for higher education, and your school is eligible to win $500!WHO IS ELIGIBLE?A: Eligible students are llinois high‐school seniors graduating in the spring and entering an institution of higher education in the summer or fall immediately following. They must be United States citizens and Illinois residents. The immediate family members...

To promote and support engineering, science, and technical professionals and associated societies in Quad City Region and To Encourage and support students to study in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) related fields.Requirements for EligibilityMust be a high school senior and a resident of Mercer, Rock Island, Henry, Whiteside, Carroll, Knox, Lee, Clinton, Scott, Muscatine, or Louisa County.  Must plan to study STEM-related degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) at either an accredited four-year college or university; an associate degree at a community or junior college; or a skilled trades certification.Description of ScholarshipThe Quad City and Engineering Science Council (QCESC)...

Each year, the Chicago Federation of Labor awards 10 William A. Lee Memorial Scholarships to high school seniors, five to the winners of the Academic Competition, and five to the winners of the Random Drawing. Applicants must choose to enter either the Random Drawing or Academic Competition for the William A. Lee Memorial Scholarship.Students are not eligible to enter both categories. APPLICANTS ATTEMPTING TO ENTER BOTH CATEGORIES WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.We will begin accepting applications in December 2024, with a deadline of February 21, 2025. ELIGIBILITYThe applicant must be a senior in high school and graduating in the springEither the applicant or...

To encourage the study of Norwegian heritage the Norwegian National League has developed and administers a scholarship program open to children of Norwegian descent in grades 1-12. The students research and write a paper on the topic “Your Family’s Norwegian Heritage” (see the Scholarship Writing Guide for guidance).  The younger grades will submit a drawing on a Norwegian topic.SCHOLARSHIP DETAILSApplicants must be current students, be of Norwegian ancestry, and residing in the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, LaSalle, Kendall, McHenry or Will.Submit the following:Completed and signed applicationOfficial high school transcript indicating a minimum 3.0 GPALetter of acceptance from a...

To provide scholarships to college students who major in agriculture, agribusiness, or ag-related course of study.ELIGIBILITY:Member, Spouse, or dependent of a member of the Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau (minimum of one full year)Must be a resident of Boone or Winnebago County, IL.A high school graduateMust be accepted for enrollment or be enrolled at an accredited college, university, or community college.Must exhibit potential for successful completion of study.DUE DATE:All applications must be returned or postmarked by February 1

The William T. Bauer Scholarship Fund is a charitable foundation for assisting area residents and their communities. The fund provides academic scholarships to qualifying residents furthering their education in law enforcement, who are current residents in Stark, Marshall, Henry and Bureau counties. The fund commemorates the dedication and bravery of Chief William T. Bauer, who was killed in the line of duty in a tragic car accident on August 6, 2010.This Scholarship of $1,000 is to be used towards the costs of tuition and other fees.Selection CriteriaEssayApplicant’s demonstrated desire to succeedRequirementsApplicant must be a current resident in Stark, Marshall, Henry...

Established by the Palos Orland branch of AAUW, this scholarship is intended to benefit female students over the age of 40. It can be used for tuition, fees, and books at Moraine Valley.Eligibility: Must be a female student 40 years of age or older and currently enrolled at Moraine Valley. Applicant must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5, carry a minimum of three credit hours at Moraine Valley during the semester in which the award is received, and demonstrate financial need.Essay: Submit 500-word, typed, double-spaced essay that expresses her thoughts and/or feelings about why attaining a degree is...

The Community Foundation Scholarship Program consists of separate scholarship funds created by individual donors who establish specific criteria for the administration of their scholarships. Such criteria must be consistent with overall Community Foundation policy.Scholarships are available to local students who will attend an accredited post-secondary institution within the United States of America on a full-time basis.To learn more about the various scholarship funds administered by the Community Foundation and its donors, please visit the Scholarship Fund profile pages.The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is proud to administer four generous scholarships sponsored by the Dunham Foundation.Primary Eligibility RequirementsApplicants must...

Betty was vivacious and always pursued a new project or hobby. She was involved in all forms of visual arts and loved sharing it with others. The intent of this scholarship is to support someone with a continually creative mind who enjoys creating art.Eligibility CriteriaApplicant must:Be a graduating high school senior.Currently reside in Boone, Ogle, or Winnebago County.Plan to pursue a degree in visual arts, visual art education, or visual art history.Be involved in organizations and activities focused on visual arts.SpecificationsAcademic performance will be given moderate priority in the selection process.For the purposes of this scholarship, visual arts is defined...