Scholarship Opportunities

Open to high school juniors, seniors, or college students. Submit a 500-1000 word essay by email. Topic: Every generation faces new challenges and new problems. What do you think is the biggest difference between your generation and older generations? How do you think these differences will affect the future of our country and/or your career choice?

Students must contact one of the following banks and ask to be sponsored (do NOT need to be a member): Bank of Springfield Marine Bank Security Bank Athens State Bank, Springfield (Branch of Athens) Write an essay "How do Community Banks make dreams come true?" and turn in to sponsoring bank. See your post-secondary coach for the application.

For all motivated, dedicated high school seniors. 3 million a year is awarded to 250 deserving students. At least a 3.0 GPA Please follow the link for more details.

http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/

For exceptionally strong incoming freshman students, Pine Honors College offers three different competitive scholarships.

Please note: Applicants for the Pemberton Presidential and the Presidential Scholarship are also considered as applicants for the Honors Award. You do not need to complete an additional application for the Honors Award.

Successful applicants will be offered only one of these three scholarships. 

Five different scholarships available through AMVETS. See the guidance office for a brochure and application information regarding the Foundation SShip, Nursing, ROTC, Trade School, and Ladies Auxiliary Scholarships. Application cycle will open Jan. 1, 2020

Students must write an original essay describing how an elected official demonstrated political courage by addressing an issue at the local, state, or national level. Essay must include a bibliography with a minimum of 5 sources.

Numerous scholarships available for students planning to attend LLCC or current LLCC student. The Honors College application is included.

The application is available online annually between December 1st and March 1st for the following academic year.

We would love for you to apply for our upcoming awarding period for Fall 2020-Spring 2021 awards! Visit https://llcc.academicworks.com/opportunitiesfor information about our opportunities that only requires 1 online application to apply for them all!

For information on external scholarship opportunities, please visit: https://llcc.academicworks.com/opportunities/external  

QUESTIONS? Please contact Michelle Burger at 217-786-4502 or at michelle.burger@llcc.edu.

Unweighted GPA no less than 3.0 and a one-page essay describing intended educational and career goals. For students entering a scientific or technical career.

If you've made a difference by volunteering in your community, apply for this award. Please follow the link for more details

available online for students in grades 5-12 who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service within the past 12 months. The application is available at http://spirit.prudential.com. The application deadline is Nov. 5. The awards are sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals.

Visit the website for more information. One application will be used for all scholarship programs. Seven different scholarships available.

Pursuing an education in health care, highest consideration to sight and hearing fields

Students must apply online. Open to graduating seniors and college undergraduates.

Open to pre-college women ages 16-20 Volunteer work, leadership, and dedication to the advancement of women

For students enrolling in college or tech school. Recipients are selected based on their grade point average, work experience, extracurricular activities and/or community service. $1000-$50,000

The LLCC Scholarship $1,200 is ongoing. It is offered to an interested student who is a U.S. citizen residing in the LLCC district and is majoring in environmental or horticulture studies. 

For African American students. Personal statement and letters of recommendation required.

• Submit an application for admission to the Class of 2023.
• Log in to your WashU Pathway account to submit the separate application for the Danforth Scholars Program.
• Write a brief answer (250 words) to the following question:
  The Danforth Scholars program is looking for students with a strong commitment to community, and demonstrated initiative in leadership and service. Please share an example of your personal experience as a leader that would clarify why you would be a good fit for this community of scholars.
• Write a short essay (250-500 words) on the following topic:
  What matters to you?
• Submit an additional (third) letter of recommendation from a member of your community who knows you well. If you submit an "other" letter of recommendation through the Common Application or Coalition Application, that letter may be used.
• All applications must be submitted by January 2, 2020, and complete in our office by January 6, 2020. For best consideration, we encourage you to submit your applications by December 15, 2019.

Full tuition and other financial benefits at over 160 colleges and universities. The local coordinator is Jason Henderson at (217) 670-9108

For students with critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family). Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA, be involved in community and co-curricular activities. Award value range from 7,000 to 22,000. Various Need-based Scholarships.

For students going to Univ. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign who have shown a commitment to community engagement, service, leadership and academics. Requirements and application on the website. Scholarship may be renewable.

The UNCF manages various scholarship programs. Check out their website for more information.Various Scholarships with various deadlines. Be sure to periodically check this page.

For a student who has financial need, strong academic performance, leadership skills and who shows evidence of participation in school and community activities. Simon Mall Property in Springfield is the White Oaks Mall.

For African American students. Requires 2.75 GPA, letter of recommendation, 1-page essay, "What have you had to overcome to achieve success?"

Enroll as a full time student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or a related major. See website for more information.

Be of Hispanic/Latino heritage or African American. Major in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts. Have a 3.0/4.0 GPA

For students with financial need. Award will be made directly to the college or university to pay educational expenses.

2020 application process will open in January.

For Heartland Credit Union members who plan to attend a 2 yr., 4yr. college, vocational or technical school full-time. Essay.

This I Believe Illinois is our annual essay program for Illinois high school seniors. An expression of where their minds are as they prepare to enter the adult world. Essay on the topic of "This I Believe" in 350-500 words. Must be submitted as a Word document on the website listed.

3 scholarships available for graduating seniors. Essay, letters of recommendation, and interview required. See application for more information.

For college-bound seniors in art. Requires 6-10 photos of art work that has been completed in the last 4 years, as well as an application and letter of recommendation. Short essay. Must be postmarked by April 14 and sent to Penne Beckett IHDA Education Committee Chairman, 2013 804 Fairview Dr. Urbana, IL 61801-1627

The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need.

RON BROWN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:  Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for the Ron Brown Scholar Program provided you meet the following requirements:

• Must be Black/African American.


• Must excel academically.


• Must exhibit exceptional leadership potential.


• Must participate in community service activities.


• Demonstrate financial need.


• Be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card.


• Be a current high school senior at the time of your application.  NOTE: Current college students are not eligible to apply.


• To Apply Click Here: Ron Brown Scholarship Application

Applications postmarked by November 1 will be given early consideration for the Ron Brown Scholar Program.

Regular deadline January 9, 2020.

These Scholarships are a way of giving back to the Lutheran church and supporting her youth. Young men who wish to apply are under no obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi or be related to a member for consideration. Applicants may apply for multiple awards if they are still deciding which school they plan to attend.

Merit-based scholarship to any accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, trade/vocational). 550 word essay on applicant's career, vocational, or academic goals. Scholarship winners will receive awards of $300 to $2,500. 

The U.S. scholarship application process opens Sept. 15 and closes Jan. 15. No application forms are available at any other time. Applications will next be available from 09/15/2019 to 01/15/2020.

Minority Teachers of Illinois Illinois Special Education Teacher Tuition Waiver Nursing Education Scholarship  A scholarship is a type of “gift aid” that rewards a student for grades, athletics, a unique skill, a special talent, financial needs or even a specific career interest.

For students who work at Meijer or whose parent(s) work at Meijer. Awards based on financial need, academic standing, a statement of goals and community involvement.  Over 100 $2,500.00 scholarships and two $10,000.00.

The application will be available again December 1, 2019 and will be due March 1, 2020 for the 2020-2021 academic year.   Employees with a start date on or before March 1, 2019 are eligible to apply beginning December 1, 2019.

Sangamon County Sheriff will be awarding two $500 college scholarships. Application, essay question. Students must attend an Illinois school.

The purpose of the CSBG Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to high school seniors and adults who qualify by income for the purpose of providing financial assistance to deserving undergraduate students for education and training leading to employment. All new scholarship applicants must be enrolled in education or training leading to employment in a local high-growth employment sector. See your guidance administrator or post secondary coach for a list of eligible careers.

Several scholarships for engineers, including for those attending SIU-E, SIU-C, UIUC, and Bradley University, for female engineers, for minority engineers, and a general engineering scholarship.

For college junior or senior women from or attending college in Central Illinois and majoring in communications, journalism, public relations, or related fields

For students who have been high school athletes. Write an essay that best demonstrates how the lessons learned through sport have positively impacted them as they pursue their college education.

For students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship.

Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate study and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, Scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program and receive ongoing leadership-development support.

SIU-E Alumni Association is offering 3 scholarships: Legacy,for the children, grandchildren,siblings, spouses or partners of an SIUE alumni; the Board of Directors Scholarship based on leadership and community involvement; Stahlschmidt Family scholarship based on financial need, GPA, ACT scores, community service, school activities and answers to essay questions.

Applications are accepted September 1 through January 31.

The Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver is a four-year in-state tuition waiver at the University of Illinois. The recipient may use his/her Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver at any of the University of Illinois campuses (Urbana-Champaign, Chicago, Health Sciences Center, Springfield). Up to six tuition waivers are awarded per county - one for each of the following wars/conflicts: World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam Conflict, the Southwest Asia Conflict, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Specific information regarding the required service dates and medal eligibility is provided on the application itself. Candidates must submit the completed application with photocopies of both the veteran parent’s service papers (DD Form 214) and the student’s ACT scores to our office. Office of Student Financial Aid University of Illinois 620 E. John Street MC-303 Champaign, IL 61820 Customer Service 217.333.0100 Electronic Fax 217.265.5516

3.0 GPA on a 4. Parent income less than $60000; 2 letters of recommendation; copy of FAFSA Student Aid Report; Picture; transcript. See Post Secondary coach for full list of requirements and essay options.

Decendent of current or past member of a veteran organization: American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Veterans, etc. 3 letters of recommendation, essay, transcript. Go to website, click on announcements, then scholarship application.

• Submit original photo, artwork or computer graphics for the front of a greeting card.


• Contest submissions accepted from: May 31st, 2019 - March 2nd, 2020.


• Winner will be announced May 6th, 2020.


• Age Eligibility: Must be 14 years or older at time of entry and be enrolled in High School, College, University or Homeschool.


• The finalists will again be decided by voting!

Various scholarships 

for Springfield students. Ranging from $500-$5000   2020 scholarship applications will be available from January 1, 2020 to March 1, 2020. Applicants should submit their scholarship applications via the CFLL website during this time period.  Applicants should submit their scholarship applications via the CFLL website during this time period. Students may apply for and be awarded multiple scholarships. -Spanish American Cultural Center Scholarship

Scholarships.com is a resource to help you find various scholarships with various deadlines. Make a profile and get scholarships directly in your email inbox.

Create a Business Plan Infographic for a chance to win $1000 for school! Make a business plan infographic about one of the suggested topics.

Healthcare Leaders Scholarship - Sponsored by Nurse.org Nurse.org is seeking applications for the Healthcare Leaders Scholarship. To be eligible for the $1000 award, students must have a GPA of 3.0 or above, be pursuing a degree related to healthcare, and submit a 600-1000 word essay by January 29th. The scholarship is offered once a year and awards are paid directly to the student.

Who is Eligible? To be eligible for a scholarship grant, applicants must have a parent who has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident that meets the criteria of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act and that has resulted in demonstrated financial need. Applicants must also meet the following requirements: Applicant must be between the ages of 16-25 at the time of the full disbursement of the Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois, scholarship award. Student applicant and/or deceased/injured worker are not required to be a legal resident of Illinois. Applicant must be able to demonstrate financial need. Applicant must have achieved a high school diploma by the time of the first disbursement of the scholarship award. Applicant must be enrolled, accepted or applying for acceptance as a full-time or part-time student at an accredited university, college or technical school.

IACAC is pleased to offer ten $1,000 scholarships ($500 each semester, non-renewable) to students who exhibit a commitment to learning and have demonstrated leadership skills and/or community service involvement.

A separate $1,000 transfer scholarship is available from IACAC to a community college student to further his/her education at a four-year IACAC member institution.

Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must be a graduating senior from an IACAC member high school (where at least one counselor is an IACAC member) with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. To verify if your high school is an IACAC member, contact Linda Haffner, (800) 829-0176;


• The applicant must enroll as a full-time, college freshman at a post-secondary institution in the 2018-2019 school year (preferably at an IACAC member institution); and


• The student must demonstrate involvement in high school, the community, or service to others with motivation to achieve personal goals.

Selection Process

• Applications will be reviewed by the IACAC Scholarship Committee


• Academic credentials, resume, personal essay, and the counselor’s recommendation will be evaluated

Applicant must be currently enrolled as a High School Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior(2021, 2020, 2019, or 2018); and, must be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen.  Relatives of the American College Foundation Staff are not eligible to apply.

All applications for the American College Foundation's Visionary Scholarship Program will consist of:

• A completed American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship Application


• A copy of the student's most recent unofficial high school transcript


• A 500-word, typed, double-spaced essay on "Why College is Important to Me"

You are eligible for consideration if:

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  A high-school senior employed with Hy-Vee (office, distribution, retail) or subsidiary locations who began employment on or before September 15, 2018 or a high school senior son or daughter of a full-, regular-, or part-time Hy-Vee or subsidiary employee who has a minimum of six months employment as of September 15, 2018,

  
  

You will need to submit by February of the current year:

• An official transcript


• A typed personal statement describing a time when Hy-Vee made a difference in your life and/or the life of a customer.


• A typed resume, including accomplishments in academics, activities, arts, athletics, community service and future postsecondary plans.


• A personal reference regarding your skills and qualifications


• High School students ONLY – ACT or SAT examination scores


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  Questions? Contact us at Hy-VeeUniversity@hy-vee.com

  
  

This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution.
 

• There is no age restriction
• Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and next
• This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are.

Tell us about your idea and you might be chosen as one of the most innovative high school students in Illinois! Our top five winners will receive $1,000 cash and scholarships to Illinois State University and Millikin University.

Check website after January 1, 2018

Southeast students receive over $17 million annually, in the form of institutional scholarships. Some of these are only awarded at the time of admission, while others offer an annual application process. Institutional Scholarships can be split into Academic, Endowed, and Participation scholarships. 

Dr. Quincy Doudna was president of Eastern Illinois University from 1956-1971, and guided the growth of the university. In his memory, each year a scholarship of at least $1000 is awarded to an incoming freshman student. 

To apply simply complete the form below, and upload an essay that you have written. Students must be graduates of an Illinois High School and have a GPA of at least 3 on a 4 point scale. 

The deadline for the Fall 2019 scholarship is Friday March 15th, 2019. 

To be eligible for the scholarship, the applicants must:

• Be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level.


• Home-schooled students are also eligible.


• There is no age limit.


• You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

Essay style scholarship to help you get closer to your dream career. Education is our future and we would like to support and encourage you as a student by giving you a chance to win $1400 toward your tuition or any expenses you might acquire along your journey. If cars are your passion this contest is perfect for you!

• All submissions must be received by November 15, 2018

Multiple incoming freshmen scholarships of up to $40,000 ($10,000 per year) for students committed to pursuing a Jewish Studies major at Indiana University Bloomington are available to students entering as first year beginners in Fall 2018 at IU Bloomington.

Open for students who have been accepted to an accredited community college, vocational college, technical school, or trade School.  Recipients are chosen on their ability to describe how their chosen trade or field plays an important role in today’s world and how the student expects to play a part in the future of their trade or field.

• One (1) National First Place Winner ($5000)


• One (1) National Runner-Up ($2500)


• Seven (7) Regional Winners, representing each AASA region ($2000)


• Seven (7) Regional Runner-Ups, representing each AASA region ($1000)

• Applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
• Applicant must be one of the following:
  • Current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • Spouse of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • Son of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • Daughter of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • *Qualifying member must have been a member of the VFW Auxiliary for one (1) year by the application submission deadline.

What is the Scholarship Amount?

Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded each year, one in each of the four VFW Auxiliary Conferences.

What are the Scholarship Submission Requirements?
Each applicant must:

• Answer all questions on the application.
• Write a brief essay (no more than 300 words) describing their commitment to their goals and how this scholarship will help them attain these goals.

What are the Scholarship Deadlines?

• July 1: Application process begins.
• February 15: All applications must be submitted to VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters.*
• May 1: Scholarship recipients are notified.

Who is Eligible to Apply?

• Any student in grades 9-12 who is enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States.
• Maximum student age of 18 at time of local entry.
• Student must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Applicant does not have to be related to a VFW or VFW Auxiliary member to participate, but the student must attend school in the same state as the sponsoring VFW Auxiliary.

What is the Scholarship Amount?

• The first-place winner from each state competes for national awards totaling $29,500.

What are the Scholarship Submission Requirements?

• Two-dimensional art must be on canvas or paper. Watercolor, pencil, pastel, charcoal, tempera, crayon, acrylic, pen, ink, oil, marker or other media taught may be used.
• Do not frame two-dimensional pieces.
• Submit canvas entries on a stretcher frame or canvas board. Other entries must be
  matted in white. Do not use color mats. Reinforce the back with heavy paper. Mounted and floating mats may also be used.
• The art should be no smaller than 8” x 10” but no larger than 18” x 24”, not including mat.
• Three dimensional art can be paper, papier-mâché, pottery, clay, metal work, fabric, etc.
• Pieces should be no smaller than 8” in any direction and no larger than 24” in any direction.
• Art cannot be more than 5 lbs. in weight.
• Digital art, photography and jewelry are NOT ACCEPTED.
• Complete entry form and attach to back of entry.
• Submit a typed explanation of patriotism expressed in art (150 words or less).

What are the Scholarship Contest Deadlines?

• March 31: Student Entry Deadline to Local VFW Auxiliary.*
• April 10:  Local VFW Auxiliary and District Judging Complete.
• April 15:  Local VFW Auxiliary and District Winners to Department (state) for Judging.*
• May 5:  VFW Auxiliary Department (state) Winners to VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters.*

* required deadlines

I wanted to let you know about the 3 brand new scholarship programs at Eastern Illinois University. We believe they are truly extraordinary and will help many students around the state.

These programs are funded with the AIM HIGH Grant signed into state law in August, and we’re using those funds both to make higher education more accessible to students around the state and to encourage them to stay in Illinois.

Here’s a quick description of each of the three programs:

• EIU Promise
  EIU will offset the remaining balance of a student’s tuition and fee costs for resident families with an income of $61,000 or less.
• EIU Cost Match
  EIU will match the out-of-pocket cost of attendance of any regionally accredited public university in Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio or Wisconsin. For example, if a student’s out-of-pocket cost at EIU is $5,000 and it’s $3,000 at a qualifying university, we’ll provide them with a $2,000 scholarship to match the difference.
• EIU Merit Scholarship Bonus< br /> Any student who qualifies for our automatic Merit Scholarships will receive a $500 bonus per year if they are an Illinois resident. That makes the 4-year value of the scholarship anywhere from $10,000 to $18,000

Student scholarship is offered to an Illinois student attending an Illinois school who is pursuing a baccalaureate degree in land surveying or a baccalaureate degree in a related science including at least 24 semester hours of land surveying courses from theIllinois Department of Professional Regulation Land Surveyors Licensing Board approved curriculum of an accredited institution. Scholarship is for $1,000 and applications are available on their website at http://www.iplsa.org.

The more effort you put in, the more opportunities you have to earn a scholarship. Complete all six, and you’re eligible to earn $40,000. Scholarships will be awarded through monthly drawings to students who complete each action.

multiple options, rewards and deadlines

Each year we provide scholarships to deserving Illinois high school seniors so they can attend college. We offer $2,500 scholarships that can be applied to their freshmen year of studies. 

The award is granted two times per year and is needs-based. Applicants must be accepted into an accredited college in the United States.

Calling all skilled workers!  This program doesn’t focus on test scores, grades, or grammar.  It’s about the people who share our values and understand the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, and a positive attitude. 

1. Round 1 April 1st: application deadline; winners announced 5/01/19
2. Round 2 August 1st: application deadline; winner announced 9/1/19
3. Round 3 December 1st: application deadline; winners announced 01/01/20

Along with your submission please include a picture of yourself which we can post on our site to go along with your essay

The winner will be required to provide proof of successful acceptance to a Higher Institute of Learning, College or University. Payment will be made directly to the applicant’s college.

Scholarship Information

The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, with the support of the American Academy of Chefs, will award two scholarships each year. Each recipient will receive $2,500 per year for four years to be applied directly

to the student’s account at the institution.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered by the scholarship committee, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

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  Be an exemplary student. Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

  
  


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  Be a high school senior eligible to graduate the same year as the scholarship is applied for.

  
  


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  Be currently accepted to the institution with a major in either culinary or pastry arts.

  
  


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  Have a career goal of becoming a chef or pastry chef

  
  

At Caring.com, we understand the demanding lifestyle of student-caregivers and the challenges they may face. The Student-Caregiver Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are caring for an adult relative while enrolled in college.

Two scholarships of $1,500 are awarded each year to student-caregivers to help cover costs of tuition and books. Applicants must be full-time college students at an accredited two-or-four-year college or university in the United States, or full-time high school students who are registered to attend a qualifying institution the following semester.

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

How to apply: Complete the application form below including a 140-character message about digital privacy. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about digital privacy.

Deadline: June 30, 2019

How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.

Awards: The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

The award is granted per year

Must be Accepted into a U.S.university as a pre-law undergraduate or law school attendant.

TMCF offers four types of unique scholarships that are merit, plus need-based designed to address the financial needs of students attending TMCF member-schools. The awards process is highly competitive and the awards are given to outstanding and qualified students who plan to earn a baccalaureate, graduate or law degree from an accredited college or university. Occasionally, we may offer scholarships to students not attending one of our member-schools.

Since its inception, hundreds of companies and foundations have funded a TMCF scholarship. Our scholarship partners allow TMCF to award scholarships that are designed to complement the financial aid students receive from other sources for tuition and other education expenses, such as books and housing. As a result of our efforts, an increasing number of students are able to attend and complete college at an affordable cost.

The Fall Scholarship Cycle opens September 1st, 2019 and closes January 4th, 2020

Find scholarships, other financial aid and internships from more than 2,200 programs, totaling nearly $6 billion.

Enter as much information as possible to find the most matches.

Scholarship information is based on the College Board's Annual Survey of Financial Aid Programs.

DACA and TAP and if you came to the country before November 1, 2014 (5 years before our round opens).

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Richard P. Pravato, lead attorney and managing partner at Wolf & Pravato., offers a yearly needs-based scholarship opportunity to motivated students who may need a little financial assistance to obtain their degree.

For your convenience, here is the link to the application page on our website: 

https://wolfandpravato.com/scholarship-2019/

Would you please share this with your students? Eligibility and scholarship deadline is included below.

Eligibility Requirements:

The award is granted per year. Accepted into a U.S. university as a pre-law undergraduate or a law school attendant

Scholarship Deadline:

The current scholarship deadline is February 14, 2020

To enter, applicants are encouraged to send their submission to https://wolfandpravato.com/scholarship-2019/

The following eligibility requirements are set forth by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation.

1. Any high school junior or senior student is eligible for the program provided he or she has not previously been a delegate to Washington Week and has not received a USSYP scholarship. 


2. The student must hold a leadership position in any one of the following student government, civic or educational organizations during the entire 2019–20 academic year: Please see the brochure​ for additional information on organizations that do and do not qualify.


3. RESIDENCY: Each student must be a legal permanent resident or citizen of the United States at the time of application. Students who are not U.S. citizens must be in possession of their I-551 / “green card” at the time of application to be eligible to apply.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 1, 2019​. 

For additional questions, contact Ms. Liz Hiler, principal consultant, Illinois State Board of Education, Special Education and Support Services (N-243), 100 North First Street, Springfield, Illinois 62777-0001.​​​

This $1,000 scholarship is available to students pursuing or planning on pursuing a career in law.

The Law Offices of Steers and Associates is proud to offer the 2019-2020 Personal Injury Attorney Scholarship.

This $1,000 scholarship is available to students pursuing or planning on pursuing a career in law.

Eligibility:

In order to be eligible to participate in the program, applicants must be planning on attending an accredited United States college or university in 2020. This is open to both current college students as well as those planning on starting college next fall.

In order to apply, Please attach with your application a 500+ word essay based on this question: “How would you reduce car accidents in Los Angeles (or your city)?”

Requires two letters of recommendation

One page essay on "How did you become interested in your chosen field and where do you hope it takes you?"

Read the requirements carefully; good luck!

Just write a 400-500 word essay for your chance to win $2500! 

How did caring for a pet growing up help shape you to be the adult you are today?

SAT combined score 1000+

Show financial need

Graduating minority high school senior

a leading Illinois nonprofit committed to preparing, supporting, and mentoring aspiring teachers, recently opened applications for the Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Class of 2020. The pre-service preparation, tuition assistance, and mentoring program supports the development and success of new, highly effective teachers for Illinois schools in need.

As described in the Legislation “a student who is an Illinois resident and who is not otherwise eligible for federal financial aid, including, but not limited to, a transgender student who is disqualified for failure to register for selective service or a noncitizen student who has not obtained lawful permanent residence, shall be eligible for state financial aid and benefits…”. 

The application will open the week of January 6th on the link provided.

Since 2006, AHF has awarded over 300 deserving young men and women academic and housing scholarships totaling over $6,000,000. 

• In 2019, we awarded 22 housing scholarships and 51 academic scholarships and spanned many different colleges around the country (see map below).


• In total, AHF is currently providing scholarships to 116 young people from low-income families.


• Our annual scholarship awards total over $1,000,000 with a remaining commitment of over $1,000,000.


• Our scholarship recipients are pursuing degrees and certifications from two-year, four-year universities, technical colleges, and graduate programs. 

All applicants must meet the following criteria:
-Be a female senior or graduate student
-Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and a resident of Illinois
-Be enrolled in an Illinois college or university 
-Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent
-Plan to sit for the CPA exam in Illinois within three years of the application date, and demonstrate progress in accounting courses
-Demonstrate achievement and financial need
 

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  This Fund was established in honor of the late Dr. Herman J. Neal, a distinguished Chicago physician, to memorialize his strong commitment to opening doors of opportunity and education for African-Americans. Multiple scholarships are available each year. Applicants must be an African-American junior, senior, or graduate student for the following academic year. For more information and to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

  
  

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  The Ladies Auxiliary Memorial Scholarships supports a scholarship program each year that provides graduating Illinois high school students a scholarship for their continued education. This one-year scholarship varies in its amount on a yearly basis.Applicants must be an Illinois high school senior and a child or grandchild of a veteran of the United States of America who served after September 15, 1940 who was honorably discharged or is presently serving in the military. Must have taken the ACT or SAT. For more information, or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

  
  

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  To be eligible for the Minority Teachers of Illinois (MTI) Scholarship Program you must be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen, be a resident of Illinois, be a minority student of either African American/Black, Hispanic American, Asian American or Native American origin, and have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Also if enrolled at the sophomore, junior, senior or graduate level you must maintain satisfactory academic progress as determined by your college and comply with federal Selective Service registration requirements. For more information, or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

  
  

The Springfield-Decatur Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated provides African American students scholarship opportunities to support those seeking to further their education after high school.  Student criteria include current enlistment as a graduating senior of a high school in the Springfield-Decatur, IL service area of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, a minimum 2.5 grade point average, and demonstration of Delta's core values of sisterhood, scholarship and service in the community.

1 - Be an African American student and graduate of a high school in the 2019-20 school year in the Springfield-Decatur, IL service area of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. 
2 - Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a non-weighted 4.0 scale. 
3 - Attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited community college or four year college/university.

This scholarship is for a graduate of Springfield High School, in Springfield IL who participated in varsity athletics and demonstrates sportsmanship and character. Athletic ability is NOT a determining factor.

REQUIREMENTS

• Be a graduate of Springfield High School, Springfield, IL with a “B” (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or greater grade point average
• Participant in varsity athletics 
• Must show leadership and good moral character
• Candidates must be accepted to a two or four year accredited university or vocational school

This scholarship is awarded to current and former graduates of high schools in Sangamon, Macoupin, Montgomery, Cass, Morgan, and Greene counties who have demonstrated excellence in community service. Multiple recipients will be awarded.

1 - Must be a graduate of a high school in Sangamon, Macoupin, Montgomery, Cass, Morgan, and Greene counties.
2 - Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a non-weighted 4.0 scale.
3 - Be an extraordinary example of service to others and to the community.
4 - Scheduled to attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited, nonprofit community college, 4-year college/university or vocational/technical school.
5 - Must be a 1st - 4th year college student in the coming fall.

This scholarship fund is for graduating high school students from Lanphier High School who are selected with the endorsement of the Principal and Athletic Directors. Candidates must have lettered three (3) out of four (4) years as a male member of the men's cross country team or track team, attended four (4) years at Lanphier High School with a "B" (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or greater grade point average, and show leadership and be in good standing and of good moral character.

1 - Graduating from Lanphier High School, Springfield, IL 
2 - Attended four (4) years at Lanphier High School with a "B" (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or greater grade point average
3 - Must show leadership and be in good standing and of good moral character
4 - Must have lettered three (3) out of the four (4) years at Lanphier High School as a male member of its men's cross country team or track team
5 - Candidates shall be selected with the endorsement of the Lanphier High School Principal and Athletic Directors.

This scholarship fund is for graduating high school students who participated on a golf team while in school, who can demonstrate academic performance as well as financial need. This award honors the memory of Donald Lee Wolaver—who recognized at an early age how golf provides valuable lessons on practicing, following rules and finding your personal best—and his wife Donna,who spent many enjoyable hours with her husband in golf pursuits.

1 - Graduating from high school located in Sangamon County, Illinois. 
2 - Participated on the golf team in high school.
3 - Demonstrate financial need.
4 - Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
5 - Attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited community college, four year college/university or trade/vocational school.

The Farrell & Ann Gay Scholarship supports students graduating from a Springfield, Illinois high school who exhibit good character traits, have a good work ethic, and demonstrate financial need.

1 - Graduating senior from a public or private high school located in Springfield, Illinois.
2 - Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a non-weighted 4.0 scale. 
3 - Attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited two- or four-year college/university, a technical school or a trade school.

This scholarship concentrates on assisting African-American students, although any graduating high school senior who resides in Sangamon County may apply. The Frontiers encourage scholastic achievement, leadership skills, community service and good citizenship, and the scholarship will assist students who exhibit those characteristics. 

1 - Graduating high school student at the end of the current school year.
2 - Resident of Sangamon County.
3 - Maintain at least a "C" average.
4 - Preference given to African-American students (either male or female).
5 - Preference given to applicants with substantial financial need.
6 - Scheduled to attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited community college, four year college/university or trade/vocational school.

The purpose of the Henry Bunn Memorial Scholarship is to assist worthy students residing in Sangamon County who need financial assistance in order to be able to attend college.

1 - Student residing in Sangamon County and attending college; student may be a graduating high school student or may be currently enrolled in college.
2 - Demonstrate financial need beyond reasonable levels of parent and self-help. 
3 - Demonstrate superior high school (or college, if current student) record which indicates the potential for successful college work. 
4 - Demonstrate high moral character, industry and good study habits.
5 - Attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited community college, four year college/university or trade/vocational school.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Springfield Southeast High School who will be pursuing a degree in engineering, math, science or technology. 

This scholarship is in memory of Jamie K. Patino and the path that she traveled. The scholarship has been established to encourage other students that are interested in following her spirit. The qualified recipient of this scholarship is a student who has made an initiative towards the pursuit of a technical degree leading to a career in engineering, math, science or technology. Academic excellence is not a requisite; however, demonstrating the ability to finish what one has sought to achieve is desired. Some of the truest qualities include individuality, the strength to stand up for what you believe is right, the ability to overcome difficult situations or hardships, and the desire to make the most of today while being mindful of the future.

1 - Graduating student from Springfield Southeast High School.
2 - Attend school as a full-time student in the coming fall at an accredited community college, four year college/university or trade/vocational school.
3 - Must be willing to work towards a degree in the field of engineering, math, science or technology.

Other considerations may include participation in the community, extra-curricular activities, financial need and/or student GPA.

This scholarship award is open to students pursuing a career in the building industry (such as engineer, architect, interior design, green industry, or construction management) in the following counties: Sangamon, Christian, Montgomery, Macoupin, Scott, Morgan, Cass, Menard, Mason and Logan.

Mr. Robert E. von Behren, who is memorialized through this scholarship, was an accomplished builder and helped establish the Springfield Area Home Builders Association. He was devoted to his craft and worked hard to perfect his skills and teach others.

1 - Graduating high school student from a school in the ten-county area which is served by the Springfield Area Builders Association(which includes Mason, Logan, Menard, Cass, Morgan, Scott, Sangamon, Christian, Macoupin, and Montgomery)
2 - Must be pursuing a career in the building industry by enrolling in a building trades or related construction program at a community college, technical school, or 2-year or 4-year college or university or be working toward a designation or certification within the building trades related field 
3 - Be in good academic standing with C+ average or higher

Regions is running an essay contest for high school seniors and I wanted to be sure you have the link to give your students. Regions will award scholarships to 15 high school seniors who live in states with Regions branches and will attend an accredited college in the U.S. during the 2020-2021 academic school year. Please call me if you have additional questions.  This contest deadline is February 29^th.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Nu Omicron Omega Chapter provides funds

to advance education in the lives of youth within Central Illinois. This is accomplished

by securing charitable funds through programs and activities to award scholarships to

college enrolled students.

The Nu Omicron Omega Chapter Scholarship Program is a source of support to

students without barriers on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation,

ethnicity or disability. Scholarship application packets must be completed in order for

a student to be considered for an award