Illinois Scholarships for High School and College Students

Introduction The Elgin Area Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will award two undergraduate scholarships of $1,000 each for the 2026–2027 academic year: the Betty Medearis Memorial Scholarship and the Elgin Legacy/Memorial Scholarship(s). At least one scholarship will be awarded to a woman of color. Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following: - Be 19 years old by April 1, 2026. - Identify as female. - Have completed at least 12 semester hours (or the equivalent) of college credit with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. - Reside within a 50-mile radius of Elgin; preference...

Introductory note Applicants must be Illinois residents with documented disabilities who intend to enroll in a postsecondary program within Illinois (college, university, or vocational/trade school). Candidates are expected to be completing high school through special education services and meet the academic minimum described below. Eligibility criteria - Be a resident of Illinois and provide documentation verifying a disability. - Plan to attend an accredited Illinois college, university, or trade school. - Have a current Individualized Education Program (IEP) that includes a Transition Plan demonstrating the student is graduating from high school as part of a special education program. - Maintain...

Introduction Union membership helps families secure better opportunities for the future. AFSCME members and their families can apply for annual scholarships offered through AFSCME Council 31 to support their educational goals. About the Larry Marquardt Scholarship The Larry Marquardt Scholarship commemorates Larry Marquardt, the first executive director of AFSCME Council 31, who served until his death in 1980 and devoted his life to organizing and improving conditions for working people. Council 31 maintains this fund to provide financial assistance for higher education to members and their children. Award amount Three scholarships of $3,000 each are granted each academic year. Who...

Eligibility and Overview To qualify for the IEI Scholarship, applicants must be enrolled at a college or university in Illinois, have reached at least junior class standing, and be pursuing an engineering degree in a program accredited by ABET. Students registered in engineering technology programs are not eligible. Candidates must maintain at least a B average in the coursework applied toward their engineering degree and demonstrate financial need. Required Materials In addition to completing the provided application form and the accompanying needs-analysis, applicants must submit the following: - Official transcripts covering all college and university coursework (to be sent under...

Overview The Illinois Engineering Initiative (IEI) awards scholarships to students from Illinois who are pursuing engineering programs accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology). Application deadline All applications must be submitted by April 24, 2026. Peppy Moldovan Scholarship — $1,000 Eligibility - Open to female engineering students who are currently sophomores at one of the following institutions: - Illinois Central College (Peoria) - Kaskaskia Community College (Centralia) - Rend Lake Community College (Centralia) - Bradley University (Peoria) - Southern Illinois University, Carbondale - Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Award condition - Receipt of...

Grain and Feed Association of Illinois (GFAI) advocates for Illinois businesses involved in grain and feed handling. Its membership ranges from multinational grain handlers and shippers to local grain elevators, feed dealers, ethanol plants, equipment manufacturers, and service providers. More information: www.gfai.org. Who should consider this scholarship - You’re aiming for a career in agriculture with a focus on the grain handling or feed sectors. - You want stable employment, competitive pay, and a role in an industry that helps feed the world. - You’re curious about grain merchandising/originating, facility operations, safety, feed milling, management, or related areas. Learn more...

Introduction Welcome to the Mellinger Foundation website. Established more than 60 years ago, The Edward Arthur Mellinger Educational Foundation, Inc. was created in 1959 to honor Edward Arthur Mellinger, an early advocate for the telephone industry who served as an executive for companies in the United States and Europe. Since our founding as a private philanthropic organization, we have awarded over $40 million to several thousand students to help them pursue certificates and college degrees. Our trustees and staff recognize the increasing burden of college costs and student debt, and we remain committed to reducing that strain for qualified applicants....

Introduction This scholarship, established in memory of Ken F. Ebersold of Downers Grove, IL — a former DuPage County Farm Bureau president and long-time volunteer — supports students pursuing agricultural studies. Up to three awards will be given annually. Eligibility - Open to current college students at the freshman, sophomore, junior or senior level, as well as students enrolled in a master’s degree program. - Applicants must be actively and successfully working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in an agricultural-related field. - Previous recipients are eligible to reapply in subsequent years of their college career. Award - Up to...

Overview / How to Apply All scholarship applications are now handled through our online portal. During the application you will be asked to provide an email address for both a teacher and a school advisor so they can submit required recommendations and transcripts. Each person you list will receive an email from Reviewr with a link to complete their portion, so notify them in advance to expect that message. Your application progress is saved to your account so you can return and finish it later. If you need assistance at any point, call the DuPage County Farm Bureau at 630‑668‑8161...

Overview Since it began, the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (IRAEF) has granted more than $3.6 million to Illinois students pursuing postsecondary degrees in culinary arts and hospitality management. 2025–2026 Scholarship application The IRAEF scholarship application for the 2025–2026 academic year will open on January 1, 2026. Who is eligible Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: - Be a permanent resident of Illinois. - Have been accepted to, or intend to apply to, an accredited culinary or hospitality program at a school, college, or university. - Be enrolled as a full-time or substantial part-time student, carrying at least...

Overview The Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) awards its Scholarships in Mathematics Education annually each October. ICTM has been supporting college students pursuing math teaching careers since 1989. A listing of previous recipients is available on the ICTM website, with current winners shown at the bottom of the scholarship page. Awards Up to three scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded to help defray recipients’ educational expenses. Scholarship recipients also receive a complimentary one-year ICTM membership, free registration to the ICTM annual conference, and an ICTM board mentor. Donations to the scholarship fund help sustain this program for...

Application timeline - The application for the 2026–2027 academic year opens on January 30, 2026. Applicants will be informed of award decisions by July 2026. Award overview - CHA Scholarship recipients will receive $2,000 to be applied toward tuition, textbooks, or educational supplies. Who may apply (Eligibility) To qualify for this scholarship you must meet all of the following requirements: - Be either a high school senior or an undergraduate student (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior). - Be pursuing an undergraduate credential: Certificate, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree. Graduate-level study (Master’s, Doctorate) is not eligible. - Intend to enroll at an...