Merit-Based Scholarships

ChooseYourFuture.org President’s Award Program Award Amount: $5,000. Renewable for 4 years. Eligible Candidates  High achieving newly admitted freshmen  Students graduating from Illinois schools  Historically underrepresented groups  Students 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 higher  ACT 25 or higher and Top 25thth percentile ranking (HSPR 75 or higher)  Fall admittance to UIC  Upon enrollment, participation in mandatory program’s activities Deadline  Admissions Application: Priority Deadline November 30

ChooseYourFuture.org LARES Tuition Award Award 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 costs  Priority given to students who have not received the LARES tuition award before  Holders of F-1 student visa NOT eligible Requirements for Consideration  Good academic standing, with recommended cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher  24 credits earned (12 earned at UIC for transfer students)  Application, letter of recommendation, personal statement, and proof of income  Awardees 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) Requirements for Consideration  Under age 24  Expected Family Contribution (EFC) must equal $0.  Family income must be at or below the federal poverty level. 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. Requirements for Consideration  U.S. citizen or permanent resident  Family income must be at or below the federal poverty level. 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 Requirements for Consideration  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

ChooseYourFuture.org 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 Requirements for Consideration  Open to DREAMers (contact Office of Financial Aid for instructions)  Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) ( IIT's FAFSA code: ) Deadline FAFSA Application: February 15 STEM+Scholarship

Strategic Institutional Scholarships Partnering Institutions with CPS

Award Amount: Full tuition, room and board, and books. Renewable for 4 years. Eligible Candidates  Chicago Public Schools graduate  Incoming 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 Requirements for Consideration  Strong academic record  U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident  Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (IIT's FAFSA code: )  Parents (or guardians) household income less than $60,000 per year  Complete verification process with the Office of Financial Aid Deadlines  Admissions Application: January 15  FAFSA Application: February 15  Student 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 senior  Preference for multicultural, particularly Latino and Hispanic students Requirements for Consideration  Strong record of academic achievement, personal accomplishment and leadership  No citizenship requirement stated (unknown)  Demonstrate financial need  Nomination from counselor, administrator, or college prep program Deadlines  Nomination Due: December 2  Admissions Application: January 2  FAFSA Application: February 15  Finalist Interviews: March  Student 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 senior  Academically inclined, talented and community engaged students Requirements for Consideration  Strong academic record. Award amount based on level of achievement  U.S. citizenship or permanent resident  Application of admissions  Financial Aid Questionnaire and FAFSA  Campus visit Deadlines  Questionnaire: December 31  Admissions Application: February 15  FAFSA Application: February 1 CPS Scholarship

CPS Strategic Scholarship Partners LIMITED LIST OF CPS TRACKED OPPORTUNITIES

Golden Apple Scholars Award 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 teaching  Acceptance at 1of 53 Illinois four-year college or university, or Posse partner schools  HS graduate, sophomore at current partner school, community college transfer student Requirements for Considerations and Deadlines  U.S. citizen or permanent resident  Nomination from a teacher, counselor, or self-nomination by November 1  Complete application with 7 essays. Submit transcripts and ACT scores by December 1  Attend scheduled interview between December 2 and January 31  Complete 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, Nominations are available online at or you can contact Pat Kilduff, Director of Recruitment, at ext. 105 or for additional information.

Wentcher Foundation Scholarship Award 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 1

Mayoral Award of Student Achievement Award 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 14

CPS United Negro College Fund Award 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 Requirements for Consideration  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 28

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

ChooseYourFuture.org 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: – – – –

ChooseYourFuture.org One Million Degrees Scholarship Provides highly-motivated students with life-altering financial and comprehensive student support services, including tutoring, mentoring, and academic advising, to ensure success in school, work, and life Geared toward community college students Award amount: A need-based stipend of up to $750 per semester Criteria: – Enrolled or plan to enroll full-time at a community college – Must be eligible for federal and state aid – Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA Application available online Jan. 1, 2013 (Apply Early!) Contact Nina Sànchez, at for additional information.

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