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...

In honor of their service to the University community and the city, the University of Chicago offers up to full-tuition scholarships to select children of active firefighters and police officers. To be considered for the scholarships, candidates must complete applications to the University of Chicago and be children (including legally adopted children) of sworn City of Chicago firefighters, police officers, or University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) police officers. Students whose parent lost their life in the line of duty are also eligible for the scholarship. Each winner is guaranteed the scholarship for four years of undergraduate studies (12 academic...

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 Illinois Beef Foundation is offering scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Foundation recognizes the incredible talent of young, beef industry enthusiasts and helps them achieve their educational goals. To be eligible, applicants must be a full-time college student or high school senior and from a family that is an IBA member actively involved in beef production.The Illinois Beef Foundation awards scholarships in two (2) categories - junior and senior. Junior scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors. Senior scholarships will be awarded to full-time college students. Each Foundation scholarship recipient may only receive Foundation scholarships a maximum...

A total of seventeen $2,500 scholarships will be awarded each year under the Thomas H. Moore IEC Memorial Scholarship Program. These “Official Rules” will govern the award of all the scholarships except for the seventeenth scholarship, the “LaVern and Nola McEntire Memorial Lineworker’s Scholarship” (for that scholarship, please see the separate sheet entitled “LaVern and Nola McEntire Memorial Lineworker’s Scholarship Official Rules & Regulations”). Fifteen scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors who are the sons or daughters of an electric cooperative member who resides in Illinois or who is a member of an Illinois electric cooperative, and who...

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. Check this page for updates.ELIGIBILITYThe applicant must be a senior in high school and graduating in...

The IAAP Education Foundation Scholarship program strengthens the Illinois aggregates industry by promoting the education of worthy students.  The Education Foundation scholarship supports students learning and training to be the next generation of professionals in the industry.The Joanne Kluessendorf Memorial scholarship promotes the education of individuals seeking a career in teaching Earth Science or Geology.  Learn about Joanne's life and accomplishments HERE.The IAAP Scholarship Committee will award up to five (5) scholarships of at least $2,000 each.  ​These scholarships are a one-year grant. Students may re-apply in subsequent years.Want to apply? Keep Scrolling!Eligibility RequirementsApplicant must be enrolled or enrolling at...

The IAAP Education Foundation Scholarship program strengthens the Illinois aggregates industry by promoting the education of worthy students.  The Education Foundation scholarship supports students learning and training to be the next generation of professionals in the industry.The Joanne Kluessendorf Memorial scholarship promotes the education of individuals seeking a career in teaching Earth Science or Geology.The IAAP Scholarship Committee will award up to five (5) scholarships of at least $2,000 each.  ​These scholarships are a one-year grant. Students may re-apply in subsequent years.Eligibility RequirementsApplicant must be enrolled or enrolling at an institution of higher learning (hereafter referred to as college) and...

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 attorneys at the Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers are passionate about assisting immigrant and refugee families to achieve the American Dream. We understand immigration policies and procedures are complex, and the process can be discouraging to those who are unfamiliar with the United States laws.First-generation immigrants and their children face some of the toughest immigration standards in recent history. Immigrants struggle to get on their feet and provide for their families, which is why we want to give back to first-generation immigrants or the child of a first-generation immigrant through The 2024 First Generation Scholarship. We hope to empower...

The deadline to submit the application is 4:00 pm on January 24, 2025. Applicants will be notified of award decisions in May.Scholarship ProgramThe 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...

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...