Illinois scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 10, 2025Apply below to the best Illinois scholarships for February 2025.
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Luke Scholarship
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Luke Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for LGBTQ students in Illinois based on academics and financial need. Essay required.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
McKeon Scholarship
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The McKeon Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for LGBTQ students and allies in Illinois, focusing on academics and advocacy.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Acorn Scholarship
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Acorn Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for LGBTQ students and allies in Illinois, focusing on academics and community service.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Acorn Equality Fund Scholarships
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Acorn Equality Fund Scholarships offer up to $4,000 for LGBTQ+ students and allies in Illinois. Apply with essays and recommendations.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Central Illinois Friends Scholarship
Illinois • Public Health • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Central Illinois Friends Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for LGBTQ students and allies in Illinois, focusing on academics and public health.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Korty & Morton Scholarship
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Korty & Morton Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for LGBTQ students and allies in Illinois, focusing on community advocacy and need.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Fashion Scholarship Fund’s Case Study Scholarship
Florida • Oklahoma • Missouri • Wisconsin • West Virginia • Delaware • Minnesota • Washington • Ohio • Massachusetts • Colorado • Louisiana • North Carolina • Virginia • Iowa • Texas • Indiana • Illinois • Rhode Island • California • Arizona • Alabama • Georgia • New York • Pennsylvania • Fashion • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Fashion Scholarship Fund offers $250+ scholarships for fashion students with a 3.20 GPA at FSF member schools.
Deadline:
October 17, 2025
IAHPERD Student Scholarship
Illinois • Healthcare-Related • Health Education • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Theatre/Performing Arts • Athletic & Related • Sports Management • Seniors • Juniors
IAHPERD offers six scholarships up to $2,000 for Illinois undergraduates in health, PE, recreation, or dance. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
The Gloria Bousley Graduate Scholarship
Illinois • Business Administration • Management • Graduate Students
The Gloria Bousley Graduate Scholarship awards up to $2,500 for IBEA members pursuing business teacher education at the master's level.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
Korean War Veteran Descendant - Midwestern Regional Chapter Scholarship
Military • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Michigan • Minnesota • Missouri • North Dakota • Ohio • South Dakota • Wisconsin • For Asian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
Scholarship for descendants of Korean War veterans, offering $500 to $5,000 for students in the Midwest with Korean heritage.
Deadline:
June 29, 2025
Nick and Helena Patti Foundation Scholarship
Illinois • Music • Education • For students of color • Family • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Nick and Helena Patti Foundation Scholarship offers $6,500 for Illinois students of Italian heritage in music or education.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Leopold Education Project Scholarship Program
Illinois • Agricultural Science • Natural Resources Management • Conservation • Environmental Science • Freshmen • High school
The Leopold Education Project offers $1,000 scholarships for Illinois students pursuing a four-year degree in natural resources.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Paul D. Pierotti Memorial Scholarship
Illinois • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • Freshmen
The Paul D. Pierotti Memorial Scholarship supports students in natural resources fields from select Illinois counties with a $250+ award.
Deadline:
March 21, 2025
O’Brien-Vrba Scholarship Trust
Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Michigan • Wisconsin • For Christian students • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The O’Brien-Vrba Scholarship Trust supports rural students in the Midwest with financial aid for undergraduates and graduates.
Deadline:
April 8, 2025
Outreach Safe Water Scholarship
Illinois • Natural Resources Management • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Science • Biology • Seniors • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen • Graduate Students
The Outreach Safe Water Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Illinois students in water-related degree programs. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 29, 2025
The Rev. Paul E. Bittner, WØAIH, Memorial Scholarship
Illinois • Indiana • Wisconsin • Science • Engineering • Mathematics • Technology • ste • Radio & Television • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Rev. Paul E. Bittner Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for STEM students in the ARRL Central Division with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
January 6, 2026
PepsiCo Foundation S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship
New York • Texas • Illinois • Colorado • Florida • STEM • Business (MBA) • Sophomores
The PepsiCo Foundation S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship offers $25,000 to undergraduates of color pursuing STEM or Business degrees.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
NIADA Regional Scholarships
Maine • Vermont • New Hampshire • Massachusetts • Connecticut • Rhode Island • New York • Pennsylvania • New Jersey • Delaware • Maryland • Virginia • West Virginia • Indiana • Ohio • Michigan • Kentucky • Tennessee • North Carolina • South Carolina • Georgia • Florida • Alabama • North Dakota • South Dakota • Minnesota • Wisconsin • Illinois • Iowa • Missouri • Kansas • Nebraska • Oklahoma • Arkansas • Louisiana • Mississippi • Texas • Washington • Oregon • California • Nevada • Idaho • Montana • Wyoming • Utah • Colorado • Arizona • New Mexico • Alaska • Hawaii • Automotive • High school • Freshmen
NIADA Regional Scholarships offer $250+ for high school seniors in specific US regions pursuing automotive careers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
March 26, 2025
Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship
Arizona • Arkansas • California • Colorado • Idaho • Illinois • Iowa • Kansas • Louisiana • Minnesota • Missouri • Montana • Nebraska • Nevada • New Mexico • Oklahoma • Oregon • Tennessee • Texas • Utah • Washington • Wisconsin • Wyoming • Engineering • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship offers $1,000 to engineering students in the railway industry with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
December 13, 2025
Jean Paul Ohadi Scholarship
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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First Amendment Freedoms Art & Essay Contest
Illinois • Wisconsin • Indiana • Minnesota • North Dakota • South Dakota • High school
ADL Midwest invites students to the First Amendment Freedoms Art & Essay Contest with awards up to $5,000. Open to grades 6-12.
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Moline Regional Community Foundation Scholarships
Moline • Illinois • Freshmen
Moline Regional Community Foundation offers $64,000+ in scholarships annually for local students. High chances to win! Apply now.
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DuPage Foundation Scholarships
DuPage County • Illinois • Freshmen
DuPage Foundation Scholarships offer $250+ to local students. High chances of winning! Check with your school for available options.
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Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship
Alabama • Arkansas • Delaware • Florida • Georgia • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Kansas • Kentucky • Louisiana • Maryland • Mississippi • Missouri • Nebraska • New Jersey • New York • North Carolina • Ohio • Oklahoma • Pennsylvania • South Carolina • Tennessee • Texas • Virginia • West Virginia • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen
The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.
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MAVT Scholarship Award
Iowa • Kansas • Illinois • Nebraska • Indiana • Veterinary • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
MAVT Scholarship offers three $1,000 awards for students in accredited Veterinary Technology Programs in the Midwest. Apply with an essay.
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FAQ
In your personal statement for Illinois scholarships, you should include your academic achievements, career goals, reasons for applying for the scholarship, and how it will help you achieve your educational objectives. Be sure to convey your passion and commitment.
Some Illinois scholarships may be available to international students, but many are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It's important to check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, there are many Illinois scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations, foundations, and educational institutions often offer scholarships tailored to residents of specific areas.
To apply for Illinois scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, which may include personal information, academic records, and essays. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship you are interested in.
It's advisable to start applying for Illinois scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or as soon as you decide to pursue higher education. Many scholarships have early deadlines.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Illinois scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
Eligibility criteria for Illinois scholarships can vary widely depending on the specific scholarship. Common criteria include residency in Illinois, enrollment in an accredited institution, and sometimes academic performance or financial need.
Yes, many Illinois scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and government entities. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its legitimacy.
You can find Illinois scholarships by searching on scholarship databases, educational institution websites, and local community organizations. A great resource to explore is Mos, which provides a comprehensive list of available scholarships.
Illinois scholarships are financial awards available to students who are residents of Illinois or who are attending educational institutions within the state. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
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