2024 Chicago Scholarships

Chicago residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Chicago residents is $52,497.00, and 25.6% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Chicago, IL more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

37.4% of Chicago residents have a college degree or higher, while 22.9% have a high school degree but no more and 16.2% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 23.4% have at least some college education, 22.3% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 15.1% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Chicago residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 11.7% of people living in Chicago, IL are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 18.1% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Chicago.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Chicago, IL residents?

There are 458 scholarships totaling $1,781,697.00 available to Chicago residents.

Are these scholarships available for Chicago high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Chicago can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Chicago?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Chicago can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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Verne R. Dapp Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a course of study relating to a degree in nuclear science and technology. Applicant must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,000.00
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Award
Sponsor:
Elks National Foundation
Applicant must be a high school senior who is a citizen of the United States. Selection is based upon scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
Deadline:
November 5
$50,000.00
Albert W. Dent Scholarship
Sponsor:
Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives
Applicant must be a minority who is a full-time student entering the fall term of their final year of classroom work in a healthcare management graduate program. Applicant must be a student associate of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Financial aid must be demonstrated.
Deadline:
March 31
$5,000.00
General Mills Inc. James Ford Bell Graduate Scholarship
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Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and major in the food science or food technology fields.
Deadline:
February 1
$5,000.00
Institute of Food Technologists Graduate Scholarship
Sponsor:
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, conduct research in the area of food science or food technology and must demonstrate an interest in research.
Deadline:
February 1
$5,000.00
ANS Graduate Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a course of study relating to a degree in nuclear science and technology. Applicant must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,000.00
John R. Lamarsh Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a course of study relating to a degree in nuclear science and technology. Applicant must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$2,000.00
Joseph R. Dietrich Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a U.S. institution and must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member, or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$2,000.00
James F. Schumar Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident pursuing graduate studies at a U.S. institution and must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member, or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,000.00
Alan F. Henry/Paul A. Greebler Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a U.S. institution pursuing graduate studies in reactor physics. Applicant must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member, or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,500.00
Robert A. Dannels Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a course of study relating to a degree in nuclear science and technology. Applicant must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee member or organization member. Handicapped persons are encouraged to apply.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,500.00
ANS Sophomore Undergraduate Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Nuclear Society (ANS)
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident enrolled in a U.S. institution and must be sponsored by an ANS local section, division, student branch, committee, member, or organization member.
Deadline:
February 1
$2,000.00
Oratorical Contest Scholarship
Sponsor:
American Legion - Illinois
Applicant must attend an accredited high school in Illinois and compete in the state oratorical contest.
Deadline:
January 27
$1,600.00
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