2024 Lake Forest College Scholarships

Lake Forest College net price is at $23,466.00 per year and will likely continue climbing like all colleges around the U.S. There are various ways to combat the steep rises in college tuition, and scholarships can be a key ingredient in reducing the overall cost of Lake Forest College. Lake Forest College awards an average of $27,000.00 to each student, which can help alleviate some of the financial burden. However, most families will need to find other sources of funding to bridge the remaining tuition gap. In addition to the annual tuition, Lake Forest College students can expect to pay $N/A in housing costs and $N/A in meal plan costs - if you chose to live in the surrounding area of Lake Forest, then those costs could be even higher.

98% of full-time students receive local or institutional grants with an average award size of $31,022.00. Furthermore, 32% of students receive federal grants with an average amount of $5,786.00.

The numbers seem bleak and, truthfully, they are for most average American families. Luckily, the scholarships below are open to Lake Forest College students, with the goal of helping to afford a college education. Some scholarships may be specifically provided by Lake Forest College while others are open to Lake Forest College students, though not exclusive to Lake Forest College.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Lake Forest College students?

There are 13 scholarships totaling $64,968.00 available to residents. You can easily browse through all 13 scholarships below.

What types of scholarships are available for Lake Forest College students?

Each scholarship below may have different requirements and guidelines. While some of the Lake Forest College scholarships can only be used for specific purposes, many of them can be used for all types of expenses including supplies, tuition, room and board and more. Furthermore, this list can include Lake Forest College study abroad scholarships, Lake Forest College transfer scholarships, and Lake Forest College merit scholarships.

Are these scholarships for Lake Forest College study abroad?

At least a few of these scholarships below can be put toward Lake Forest College study abroad. If the scholarship does not specify a specific purpose or use of funds, then it is most likely eligible. You can double-check with the scholarship provider to confirm.

What scholarships are available to Lake Forest College transfer students?

The ScholarshipPoints and Scholarship Owl scholarships, at least, are open to Lake Forest College transfer students and the funds can be put toward all types of expenses. Lake Forest College transfer students face the same financial pressures as normal students, and scholarships providers are well-aware of the need for Lake Forest College transfer scholarships.

Are these Lake Forest College scholarships limited by major?

You’ll need to check each scholarship’s own guidelines to determine if it is restricted to a specific major. However, most scholarships in this database are open to all students - some scholarships may only be open to certain students based on geographic criteria or areas of interest but they should be clearly marked. Whether you’re a nursing student, honors student, engineering major, or studying another discipline, chances are you’ll find at least 1 scholarship for you.

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Merit Recognition Scholarship
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen and a resident of Illinois who ranks in the top 5% of their class at the end of the seventh semester. Applicant must attend an approved Illinois post-secondary institution as an undergraduate on at least a part-time basis, comply with Selective Service...
Deadline:
October 1
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Illinois Future Teacher Corps Scholarship
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen and a legal resident of Illinois. Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a part-time basis as an undergraduate in a qualified teacher education program at an approved Illinois institution in a teacher shortage discipline. Preference is given...
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Monetary Award
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be an Illinois resident who is attending an Illinois school. FAFSA and financial need are required.
Deadline:
October 1
$4,968.00
Illinois Incentive for Access
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must demonstrate financial need, complete FAFSA, and attend an approved Illinois school.
Deadline:
October 1
$500.00
Grant Program for Descendants of Police, Fire, or Correctional Officers
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be the descendant of a police, fire, or correctional officer killed or disabled in the line of duty and attend an approved Illinois school.
Deadline:
October 1
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Deerpath Scholarships
Sponsor:
Lake Forest College
Applicant qualifications are a grade point average of 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale or a class rank that is in the top thirty percent.
Deadline:
February 15
$8,500.00
Deerpath Transfer Scholarships
Sponsor:
Lake Forest College
Applicant qualifications include a college grade point average of 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale in a challenging program of college or university studies.
Deadline:
February 15
$10,000.00
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships
Sponsor:
Lake Forest College
Applicant must indicate Phi Theta Kappa membership on the application and an Associate of Arts degree must be earned from an accredited community or junior college prior to enrolling at Lake Forest.
Deadline:
June 15
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Prairie State Scholarships
Sponsor:
Lake Forest College
Applicant qualifications are a grade point average of 3.4 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale or a class rank that is in the top twenty fifth percent, and an ACT of 25, SAT of 1140. International students are not eligible for this scholarship.
Deadline:
February 15
$12,000.00
Presidential Scholarships
Sponsor:
Lake Forest College
Applicant must have a minimum 3.6 GPA, an ACT score of 28 (SAT Reasoning score of 1230), and rank in the top 20% of their graduating class. International students are not eligible for this scholarship.
Deadline:
February 15
$12,000.00
Talent and Alumni Scholarships
Sponsor:
Lake Forest College
Applicant awarded to alumni family connections and dedication in art, foreign languages, leadership, math, computer science, music, natural science, theater and writing. Recipients are not required to major in the area of the designated scholarship.
Deadline:
February 15
$5,000.00
August & Edna Zahatko Scholarship
Sponsor:
Community Foundation of the Great River Bend
Applicant must be a graduating senior from Rock Island High School who will pursue a major in engineering or nursing full-time at a college or university in Iowa or Illinois. Financial need and minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 1
$1,000.00
Safe Water Scholarships
Sponsor:
Illinois Section American Water Works Association (ISAWWA)
Applicant must be enrolled in a secondary education program related to the water industry, including community college, technical school, four-year undergraduate programs, and masters and doctoral programs. Applicants must be either an Illinois resident or enrolled in an Illinois secondary education program. This includes, but is not limited to such fields...
Deadline:
January 31
$1,000.00
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