Merit-Based Scholarships

Merit-Based ScholarshipsMerit-Based Scholarships

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President’s Award ProgramAward Amount: $5,000. Renewable for 4 years.

Eligible Candidates

High achieving newly admitted freshmenStudents graduating from Illinois schoolsHistorically underrepresented groupsStudents from low-sending IL counties (2 or less per year in the past five years)Dependent students whose expected family contribution (EFC) is zero (0)

Requirements for Consideration

Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higherACT 25 or higher and Top 25thth percentile ranking (HSPR 75 or higher)Fall admittance to UICUpon enrollment, participation in mandatory program’s activities

Deadline

Admissions Application: Priority Deadline November 30


LARES Tuition AwardAward Amount: Full or partial tuition waivers (pending available funds)

Eligible Candidates

Full-time undergraduate UIC students Members of Latin American Recruitment and Educational Services (LARES)Priority given to students not receiving significant funds from state grants like MAP, IVG, Illinois General Assembly, etc. that cover tuition costsPriority given to students who have not received the LARES tuition award beforeHolders of F-1 student visa NOT eligible


Good academic standing , with recommended cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher24 credits earned (12 earned at UIC for transfer students)Application, letter of recommendation , personal statement, and proof of incomeAwardees must volunteer 15 hours with LARES during award term

Deadline

Application: September of Fall Term

Award Amount: Tuition, room and board, books and supplies. Award Combines grants, institutional aid and work study. Renewable for 4

years.

Eligible Candidates

High achieving newly admitted freshmen or transfer student Illinois resident (parent and student)


Under age 24 Expected Family Contribution (EFC) must equal $0. Family income must be at or below the federal poverty level. Total family assets must be less than $50,000. Enrolled at least 12 hours during fall or spring semesters

Deadlines

Admissions Application: Priority consideration November 1 FAFSA Application: March 15

UIUC Illinois Promise

Award Amount: Up to $10,000. Renewable for 4 years.

Eligible Candidates

Chicago area public high schools students Economically disadvantaged students Demonstrate financial need, strength of character, work ethic, academic

potential and desire to positively contribute to the community.


U.S. citizen or permanent resident Family income must be at or below the federal poverty level. Total family assets must be less than $40,000. Apply to UIUC Complete FAFSA, Chez application essays, along with two letters of

recommendation

Deadlines

Application: January FAFSA Application: March 15

Chez Family Scholarship

Eligible Candidates

Academically talented incoming freshman and transfer students enrolled full-time

Qualified admitted students automatically awarded

Requirements for Consideration and Award Amount*

Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by May

Eligble for financial aid Applicants must meet both GPA and composite ACT or

degree/credit requirement:

Eligible Candidates

Academically inclined , talented, and other student leaders


Automatic consideration for all applicants applied by January 15

Academically qualified students based on information provided in the admission

application process Scholarships are strictly merit based and “need blind”

Award Amounts – 4 Year Renewable

Presidential Scholarship - $68,000 ($17,000 p/yr.)

Damen Scholarship - $56,000 ($14,000 p/yr.)

Loyola Scholarship - $48,000 ($12,000 p/ yr.)

Trustee Scholarship - $40,000 ($10,000 p/yr.)

Dean's Scholarship - $20,000 ($5,000 p/ yr.)

Loyola University


Award Amount: $500 to full tuition based on family income. Award combines institutional aid and grants. Renewable for 3 years (4 years for Architecture).

Eligible Candidates

For students interested in degrees in the following STEM+ fields: SCIENCE AND PSYCHOLOGY TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS + BUSINESS AND ARCHITECTURE


Open to DREAMers (contact Office of Financial Aid for instructions) Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (IIT's FAFSA

code: 001691)

Deadline

FAFSA Application: February 15

STEM+Scholarship

Strategic Institutional ScholarshipsPartnering Institutions with CPSPartnering Institutions with CPS

Award Amount: Full tuition, room and board, and books. Renewable for 4 years.

Eligible Candidates

Chicago Public Schools graduateIncoming freshman Demonstrate a high standard of academic excellence, aptitude in mathematics and science, social service, and a desire to pursue a high quality educational experience


Strong academic recordU.S. Citizen or Permanent ResidentSubmit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (IIT's FAFSA code: 001691)Parents (or guardians) household income less than $60,000 per yearComplete verification process with the Office of Financial Aid

Deadlines

Admissions Application: January 15FAFSA Application: February 15Student Award Notification: Beginning March 15

Collens Scholars

Award Amount: Full tuition, room and board, and books. Personal expense and travel allowance. Study abroad funds. Renewable for 4 years.

Eligible Candidates

Chicago Public Schools graduating seniorPreference for multicultural, particularly Latino and Hispanic students


Strong record of academic achievement, personal accomplishment and leadershipNo citizenship requirement stated (unknown)Demonstrate financial needNomination from counselor, administrator, or college prep program

Deadlines

Nomination Due: December 2Admissions Application: January 2FAFSA Application: February 15Finalist Interviews: MarchStudent Award Notification: April

Charles Scholarship

Award Amount: A limited number of scholarships up to full tuition. Full tuition offers include grants and the Presidential and Forester scholarships

Eligible Candidates

Chicago Public Schools graduating seniorAcademically inclined, talented and community engaged students


Strong academic record. Award amount based on level of achievementU.S. citizenship or permanent residentApplication of admissionsFinancial Aid Questionnaire and FAFSACampus visit

Deadlines

Questionnaire: December 31Admissions Application: February 15FAFSA Application: February 1

CPS Scholarship

CPS Strategic Scholarship PartnersLIMITED LIST OF CPS TRACKED OPPORTUNITIESLIMITED LIST OF CPS TRACKED OPPORTUNITIES

Golden Apple ScholarsAward Amount: $23,000 scholarship package. $2,500 freshman and sophomore year. $5,000 junior and senior year. $2,000 annual stipend. Summer professional development that provides 3 times more classroom and field experience before beginning student teaching!

Eligible Candidates

Students from Illinois interested in teachingAcceptance at 1of 53 Illinois four-year college or university, or Posse partner schoolsHS graduate, sophomore at current partner school, community college transfer student

Requirements for Considerations and Deadlines

U.S. citizen or permanent residentNomination from a teacher, counselor, or self-nomination by November 1Complete application with 7 essays. Submit transcripts and ACT scores by December 1Attend scheduled interview between December 2 and January 31Complete program in full-compliance and earn teacher certification*Agree to teach in an Illinois school of need for five years*

•Nominations close on November 1, 2013. Nominations are available online at www.goldenapple.org or you can contact Pat Kilduff, Director of Recruitment, at 312-407-0006 ext. 105 or email [email protected] for additional information.

Wentcher Foundation ScholarshipAward Amount: $30,000. $7,500 per year over 4 years

Eligible Candidates Chicago Public Schools graduating senior Students demonstrating financial need, talent, and character.

Requirements for Consideration U.S. citizenship or permanent resident Weighted GPA of 3.0 and an ACT 20 or higher CPS transcript and ACT/SAT scores (unofficial transcripts are accepted) Completed Wentcher Scholarship Application 2 Letters of Recommendation from individuals outside applicant’s family

attesting to suitability to be a Wentcher Scholar. Suggested reference letters come from a teacher, counselor, or college and career coach.

Essay describing “Why I Should Receive a Wentcher Scholarship” Student Aid Report (SAR)*

Deadline

March 1March 1

Mayoral Award of Student AchievementAward Amount: $1,000 one-time award plus summer internship

Eligible Candidates

Chicago Public Schools graduating senior (1 winner per high school) Students with academic excellence and exceptional accomplishments. Priority given to students interested in business or business related

major Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students are eligible

Requirements for Consideration U.S. citizenship or permanent resident* Minimum GPA of 3.0 and 90% attendance rate or higher Complete CME application packet Submit transcripts, test scores, all forms, and W-9 from student Write an essay on the futures industry

Deadline

February 14February 14

CPS United Negro College FundAward Amount: Up to $10,000 based on need. Renewable for 4 years.

Eligible Candidates

Chicago Public Schools graduating senior Students attending attend one of the 38 UNCF member colleges or

universities Priority given to students interested in business or business related major


U.S. citizenship or permanent resident Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher Letters of recommendation and official transcript Resume Must participate in an interview if selected as a finalist Letter of acceptance to UNCF College (at time of interview if selected as a

finalist)

Deadline

March 28March 28


CPS Dream Fund Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Eligible Candidates

Undocumented graduating senior Chicago Public Schools students Students with demonstrate academic excellence, talent, and financial

need

Requirements for Consideration and Deadline Must be a DREAMer Minimum GPA of 3.0 and ACT score of 17 or higher Attend a Chicago public high school for at least three (3) years Application; Official transcript; ACT scores; Two essays; Proof of

household income; Letter of recommendation from a current teacher; Community service or volunteer service letter of recommendation; College acceptance and financial aid award letters

Each high school must forward 2 finalists applications to the CPS Scholarship Manager by the deadline June 1June 1


• Non-U.S. Citizens or non-legal permanent resident students cannot legally apply for or receive federally funded student financial aid.

• Many private scholarships may also require citizenship status.

• Private colleges/universities may be willing to provide scholarships to undocumented, immigrant students.

• Public institutions may be able to offer private merit-based aid

• Use key words and search engines to identify updated database listings which include scholarships not requiring citizenship or legal permanent residency:

– http://roybal-allard.house.gov/UploadedFiles/2010-2011_Paying_For_College-2.pdf

– https://www.maldef.org/assets/pdf/Scholarship_List_2010_2011.pdf– http://www.latinocollegedollars.org/– http://www.chooseyourfuture.org/college/undocumented-students


Greenhouse Scholars

http://www.chooseyourfuture.org/resource/greenhouse-scholars-program

Documents

Merit-Based Scholarships