Illinois Scholarships
Illinois scholarships work in tandem with financial aid to help students afford their higher education. These scholarships are available to Illinois residents as well as students attending colleges in the state.
Students will find that Illinois scholarships come from a variety of sources. Some come directly from Illinois colleges and universities while others are won by applying to opportunities from private businesses, charitable organizations, and more. They can be awarded based on academic performance, financial need, volunteer work, and extracurricular involvement.
To find Illinois scholarships that you qualify for, simply create a free profile on Fastweb. We will match you to scholarships for which you meet the requirements; all you have to do is apply.
Illinois College Scholarships
Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois ScholarshipIllinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) |
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award Up to $5,000 |
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DescriptionThe Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Scholarship is available to students in Illinois who have been named as a Golden Apple Scholar by the Golden Apple Foundation, are U.S. citizens/permanent residents, and are enrolled in a postsecondary course of study leading to initial teacher licensure or taking additional courses needed to gain Illinois... View Scholarship Details |
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Marvin Johnson ScholarshipHeritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County |
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award Up to $3,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Marvin Johnson Scholarship is open to any student who plans to attend an accredited four- year college or university within Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, or Kentucky. You must also be a child or spouse of a trucking company employee or of an independent contractor affiliated with a trucking company in order to qualify for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Acorn ScholarshipAcorn Equality Fund |
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award Up to $4,000 |
deadline September 26, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Acorn Scholarship is available to LGBT and ally college students who reside or attend school in Illinois. This award is open to all Illinois counties except: Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will. Selection is based on academics, volunteerism, and community advocacy. View Scholarship Details |
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Intel PhD Fellowship ProgramIntel Foundation |
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award Varies |
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DescriptionThe Intel PhD Fellowship Program is open to PhD candidates at select U.S. universities who are working in fields related to Intel's business and research interests. The one - year fellowship includes a cash award, equipment with Intel architecture, an Intel mentor, and the opportunity to conduct research or an internship at Intel. View Scholarship Details |
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Illinois Veteran Grant ProgramIllinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) |
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award Varies |
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DescriptionThe Illinois Veteran Grant Program is available to individuals who have served at least one full-time year of U.S. Armed Forces service or served in a foreign country during hostile times, have completed their initial active duty commitment, and have received an honorable discharge. To be eligible for this renewable award, you must have resided... View Scholarship Details |
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Illinois Colleges
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Four or more years; Public; $34,444 average out-state tuition; $14,446 average in-state tuition |
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University of Illinois Chicago
Four or more years; Public; $27,020 average out-state tuition; $12,253 average in-state tuition |
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Northwestern University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $60,276 average out-state tuition; $60,276 average in-state tuition |
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University of Chicago
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $59,256 average out-state tuition; $59,256 average in-state tuition |
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DePaul University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $41,361 average out-state tuition; $41,361 average in-state tuition |
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Loyola University Chicago
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $46,410 average out-state tuition; $46,410 average in-state tuition |
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Northern Illinois University
Four or more years; Public; $9,608 average out-state tuition; $9,608 average in-state tuition |
Popular Majors in Illinois
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Psychology
- Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology
- Computer Science
- Biology
- Business, Management, and Marketing
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Business
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
- Political Science and Government
- Counseling Psychology
- Special Education and Teaching
- Computer Programming
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse