Scholarships & Grants for Illinois Students (2026–27)
Verified, up-to-date scholarships and grants for Illinois high school students — amounts, deadlines, and official application links, from Scillint's scholarship database.
Scillint's database currently lists 3 verified scholarships and grants specifically for Illinois students, alongside 312 nationwide scholarships that any U.S. student can apply for regardless of state. Amounts, deadlines, and provider links below are pulled directly from our database and shown exactly as recorded — always confirm the current details on the official site before applying.
| Program | Provider | Amount | Deadline | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Community Trust Scholarship Program | The Chicago Community Trust | Varies (many named funds) | Typically varies by fund | Visit site |
| Illinois AIM HIGH Grant ProgramRenewable | Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) | Varies (institution cost-of-attendance based) | Set by participating institution | Visit site |
| Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP)Renewable | Illinois Student Assistance Commission | Up to ~$8,400/yr | Rolling (with FAFSA) | Visit site |
Frequently asked questions
Are these scholarships free to apply for?
Yes. Every legitimate scholarship on this page is free to apply for. You should never have to pay a fee to apply for or receive a scholarship — treat any request for payment as a red flag.
How current is this list?
Scillint's scholarship database is checked against the official provider pages on an ongoing basis. Amounts and deadlines can still change on short notice, so always confirm the live details on the provider's own site before you apply.
Can I find scholarships outside my state too?
Yes. Most scholarships in Scillint's database are national or field-of-study based rather than tied to a single state. Sign up for a free trial to see your full matched list, not just the state-specific ones shown here.