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For students residing in Illinois, there are hundreds of available college scholarships just for living or studying in the Prairie State. There are a variety of exciting things to see and do in Illinois, such as riding the elevator to the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower, walking through Millennium Park, making a trip to the Navy Pier, and visiting the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. It’s also home to some top schools, such as the University of Illinois (Illini), University of Chicago, Illinois State University (ISU), and Northwestern University. If you’re a student looking to attend a school in your home state of Illinois, you have the chance to add scholarship dollars to your college savings. Check out this directory of scholarships for Illinois residents, and apply online today! For even more scholarships, fill out a free ScholarshipExperts profile to discover your personalized list of possible awards.

Illinois Grant Program for Dependents of Police, Fire, or Correctional Officers

This award is for students who are residents of Illinois and plan to attend a postsecondary institution in Illinois. The student must be the child or spouse of an Illinois police, fire, or correctional officer who was killed or at least 90 percent permanently disabled in the line of duty.

Total: $6161

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 15, 2023

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Justice in Family Law Scholarship

At The Law Office of George J. Skuros, we have over 30 years of legal experience, and we have dedicated our practice to serving the needs of families in Chicago, Cook County, and the surrounding areas. Using the form on our scholarship page, submit your essay, your current academic transcript, a professional headshot of yourself, and contact information.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 20, 2023

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KASF Midwestern Region Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to Korean-American undergraduate or graduate students who are currently enrolled in college and are residents of the midwestern region of the United States as defined by the Korean American Scholarship Fund. The following states are eligible: Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Total: $5000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 30, 2023

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Korean American Scholarship Foundation-Midwestern Regional Chapter

KASF scholarships (which range from $500 to $5,000) are offered to the qualified Korean American students (including foreign students from Korea). All applicants must be enrolled in a full time program in the U.S during the scholarship application year. If extra funds are available, other students (non Koreans) may qualify for scholarships. Specifically, descendants of American veterans served during the Korean War may qualify for scholarships (applicable to selective regions). To apply for KASF scholarships, it is very important to follow the specific requirements and instructions of the region where the applicant’s school is/will be located during the scholarship application year as the type and amount of available scholarships may differ from region to region.

Total: $5000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 30, 2023

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Deans Merit Based Scholarship Rockford University

Rockford University in Illinois offers Deans Scholarships each fall and spring to new first year students who attend full time. Award amounts are up to 50% of tuition. Scholarships are determined at admission, and there is no separate application process, but students must submit a SAT or ACT score to be eligible.

Total: $16000

Awards: 1

Deadline: July 01, 2023

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Vito & Dollenmaier Law Pay it Forward Scholarship

From our office in Rolling Meadows, we provide personal injury legal services to clients in Palatine and throughout Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs. To apply for our scholarship award, students must submit an essay as a .docx or PDF file. The essay should be approximately 250 words, and it should answer the following prompt in a thoughtful and organized manner: What does “paying it forward” mean to you? Additionally, using the application form toward the bottom of this page, please submit your contact information, (unofficial) academic transcript, proof of enrollment, and a copy of your FAFSA.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: July 11, 2023

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Single Parent Scholarship

The law office of Newland & Newland, LLP provides exceptional representation and trusted legal guidance to injury victims and their families throughout Cook County and the surrounding areas. Our Arlington Heights personal injury law firm is passionate about supporting the local community and our fellow legal professionals. We aspire to help single parents and their children overcome the challenges preventing them from pursuing higher education by providing the Newland & Newland Single Parent Scholarship. Our team is offering an award worth $1,000 to single parents and children of single parents who are pursuing a career in law.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: July 11, 2023

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Hometown Pride Scholarship

At The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, we take special pride in serving the people of Illinois and being able to call this state our home. Whether you lived in your hometown or state your whole life, or call a new place your home, we want to hear all about why where you came from is important to you. Through our 2023 Hometown Pride Scholarship, we will award one deserving student with $1,000 to assist them in obtaining their education and their future endeavors. To learn more and apply, visit our scholarship page.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: August 31, 2023

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Goostree Law Group Bright Futures Scholarship

The Goostree Law Group gladly offers financial assistance to college and university students twice a year through our Bright Futures Scholarship. This award opportunity is provided to students with demonstrated financial need who exhibit leadership, determination, and passion in their academic studies and personal lives. The Goostree Law Group Bright Futures Scholarship provides one student each semester with the opportunity to receive $2,500. The award may be used toward the student’s educational expenses, including tuition and books.

Total: $2500

Awards: 1

Deadline: September 28, 2023

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HLSF First Year Law Student Scholarship

This scholarship is available for first-year Hispanic law students attending a law school in Illinois.

Total: $3000

Awards: 3

Deadline: December 15

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