Illinois Scholarships for High School and College Students

Each year, CABAA provides more than $90,000 in funding and support to encourage pursuit of aviation studies. We offer financial scholarships for graduating high school students attending an aviation college and undergraduate college students. For graduating college seniors, we offer various professional training awards to help applicants get their “foot in the door.”The 2025 scholarship application window is now open. Review individual scholarship requirements and apply below. All applications must be submitted by May 31, 2025.CABAA offers free memberships to students. Ken Johnson Memorial ScholarshipCABAA Maintenance Committee Financial ScholarshipCABAA Collegiate ScholarshipCABAA General Financial AwardCABAA Professional Development AwardAircare FACTS Training AwardNorthrop Aviation...

The Illinois CPA Society scholarships are funded by the CPA Endowment Fund of Illinois. The scholarships recognize accounting students and CPA candidates who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership qualities, and financial need. Annually the Fund awards approximately $250,000 in scholarships and outreach support to more than 275 of the most diverse and deserving accounting students across the state.Illinois CPA Society Freshman ScholarshipsIncoming college freshmen thinking about majoring in accounting are encouraged to apply for academic scholarships of up to $2,000 each.Requirements:High school senior going to college in IllinoisRacial/ethnic minorities currently underrepresented in the accounting profession (e.g., African American, Hispanic/Latino, etc.)Interested...

Up to three scholarships will be awarded to college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, or those pursuing a master’s degree.  Students must be actively and successfully pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in an agriculture-related course of study.  This scholarship was created in memory of Ken F. Ebersold of Downers Grove, IL.  Mr. Ebersold was a past president of the DuPage County Farm Bureau and an active volunteer for many years.  Past recipients of this scholarship may apply during each year of their college career.PLEASE INCLUDE AN OFFICIAL COPY OF THE APPLICANT’S ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS.Transcripts must come directly from the school.Transcripts must...

Up to five scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors who will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree related to the agriculture industry. Agriculture involves a wide range of careers. Qualified programs may include, but are not limited to, horticulture, agronomy, engineering, veterinary, communications, environmental science, food science, biology, etc. Applicants must explain how their chosen career path will impact the agriculture industry.PLEASE INCLUDE AN OFFICIAL COPY OF THE APPLICANT’S ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS.Transcripts must come directly from the school.Transcripts must be sealed.Transcripts can be emailed from the school to info@dcfb.org.All information will be kept confidential.

The Edward Arthur Mellinger Educational Foundation Inc. was founded in 1959 to honor Mr. Mellinger who was an early proponent of the telephone industry. He was an executive in various companies in the country and in Europe. Philanthropic organizations focus on the welfare of humanity. Centuries ago, they began when individuals saw the need of charitable giving to help others escape from want.Application InformationApplicants eligible to apply for a Mellinger Scholarship must be an undergraduate student and live in one of the following Illinois counties: Warren, Henderson, Knox, Mercer, Fulton or McDonough.​Applications can only be downloaded/requested and submitted between February...

The Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans (JCCIA) is proud to offer the John Fischetti Scholarship, awarded to students who are of 50% or more of Italian ancestry and have been accepted into or enrolled in an undergraduate degree program majoring in journalism or media communications.History:John Fischetti was a Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist whose work for many years graced the pages of the New York Herald Tribune, the Chicago Daily News and the Chicago Sun Times. He was also a man whose enthusiasm for life and generosity of spirit won him many friends.Requirements:Competitive applicants must be of 50% or more...

Since its inception, the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has awarded over $3.4 million to deserving students pursuing Culinary Arts and  Hospitality Management in post-secondary degrees.2025-2026 IRAEF Scholarship ApplicationThe 2025-2026 Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarship application will be available soon! Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, May 7, 2025.Qualifications to Apply:Permanent resident of IllinoisAccepted or plan to apply to an accredited culinary or hospitality school, college or universityEnrolled as a full-time or substantial part-time student, taking a minimum of 9 credit hours each termMajor is or will be culinary, restaurant management, foodservice or another related program

The Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics will be presenting its annual Scholarships in Mathematics Education in October of each year.  ICTM has been awarding Scholarships to college students since 1989.  You can see a list of past winners here. See our current winners at the bottom of this page!There will be up to three scholarships granted of $1,500 to help defray educational expenses of the recipients. Awardees also get a free 1-year ICTM membership, free registration to the annual ICTM conference, and an ICTM board mentor. You can help ensure that these scholarships are available for future generations by...

Every spring, the members of the Morton Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) take time to remember a chartered member, and, for many, a dear friend, as they review applications for The Laura Fuoss Memorial Scholarship. Laura Fuoss was a charter member of the Morton AAUW branch in 1975 and served on the board, in various positions, including President, until her death from cancer in November of 1983.While the chapter had established the scholarship in 1978 to assist women interested in furthering their education beyond an undergraduate degree, the grant was named in her honor in December of...

The Mary Rohrscheib Teaching Scholarship was established to honor the legacy of Josh’s grandmother, a passionate educator who spent her life shaping young minds in Central Illinois. What began as a tribute to her life’s work has grown into an annual tradition of encouragement and support for future teachers. Each year, we offer a $1,000 scholarship to several students pursuing a career in education, someone ready to make the same kind of difference Mary did. Through this scholarship, we carry her spirit forward by investing in those who will inspire the next generation.Great Teachers Can Change the WorldAt Onward, we...

The Outreach Committee seeks to support the future generation of total water workers by providing scholarships to students committed to a future in the water industry and who are currently enrolled in post-secondary education programs.Eligibility/GuidelinesMust be enrolled in post-secondary education college or university, pursuing a Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree.Must be enrolled in or considering a career in a water-related field.Must fill out application in full including the sections: Goals, Interest in Field, and Leadership. Include your most recent transcript and resume.Preference given to those who are attending school in Illinois and/or plan to live and work in Illinois.Scholarship Details:Up...

The Goal of the Elmhurst Garden Club College Scholarship Program is to encourage and support education, research, and teaching careers in the general areas of study listed below. Scholarships are funded by proceeds from the Garden Walk & Faire which takes place annually on the second Sunday of July. Over the past 20 years the Elmhurst Garden Club has awarded more than 115 college scholarships.  APPLICANT ELIGIBILITYApplicants must meet all of the following criteria:Must be a current Resident of the State of Illinois.Must be a current, full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 12 graded hours of classes.University Students: sophomores...