Scholarships 2023-24

We update this page as new scholarships become available. They are listed in order of deadline. If you read a TBA, To Be Announced, then we are waiting on the release date of the scholarship deadline. However, you can visit the website provided, as it may be updated with a correct deadline. Please scroll to the very bottom of this page to see additional scholarships. 

To access national scholarships: 

  • Going Merry     

  •  2023 College Scholarships  Many of these will match you with scholarships for which you qualify.  You will also get reminders sent to your e-mail address when the forms are due.  

To access local scholarships: 
Visit the Peoria Public Schools Foundation Scholarships.

Additional individual, local, and National Scholarships are listed below. See weekly newsletter updated at bottom of scholarship list, too.

Program: Elogeme Adolphi Christian Sorority, Inc.
Award: 500
Who May Apply:  African-American Female Students Attending Bradley University or ICC
How to Apply: College Scholarship
Deadline: Sunday, March, 31, 2024

Program: ACORN EQUALITY FUND
Award: 1,000- 4,000 one-time and multiyear
Who May Apply:  High School students who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender, allies, or the children of gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender parents in downstate Illinois. 
How to Apply: Acorn Quality Fund
Deadline: Friday, Sept., 22, 2023

Program: Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF)
Award: 2,500- 20,000 one-time and multiyear
Who May Apply:  High School students who are representative of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community's geographic and ethnic diversity
How to Apply: apiascholars.org.
Deadline:  Jan. 26, 2022 

PROGRAM:  IACAC 
AWARD:  $1000 ($500 per semester, non-renewable)
WHO MAY APPLY: Students who plan on pursuing a college or university education, attend an IACAC member high school who exhibit a commitment to learning and have demonstrated involvement in their schools, the community, and/or service to others, with a motivation to achieve personal goals.  
HOW TO APPLY:  IACAC
DEADLINE: Student portion Feb. 3rd 2023  

PROGRAM: The African American Hall of Fame Museum
AWARD:  one-year, non-renewable monetary awards to be applied toward expenses incurred to attend an accredited college or university. 
WHO MAY APPLY:  African American graduating seniors of Peoria Public Schools Dist. 150 
HOW TO APPLY:  Please use the following link AAHFM Scholarship 2022
DEADLINE:  Feb. 5, 2022 

PROGRAM: ISCA Student Scholarship
AWARD:  $1000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating from high school to support post-secondary options, 4-year or 2-year college/ university, Trade School or Apprenticeship
HOW TO APPLY:  use the following link ISCA Student Scholarship or visit the website ISCA Scholarship
DEADLINE: Feb. 18, 2022 

PROGRAM:  American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) Scholarship
AWARD:  Ten $2000 scholarships awarded
WHO MAY APPLY: Graduating senior, GPA 3.0 or higher, African American, Hispanic, or Native American, pursuing a career in business, physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics field 
HOW TO APPLY:  How to apply:  Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 15, 2024

PROGRAM: BETTER BANKSAWARD:   $1000
WHO MAY APPLY: Peoria or Tazewell County High school graduate entering college with a low-to-moderate income, enrolled for admission at an approved college or university 
HOW TO APPLY: Please visit the following website: Scholarship Opportunity
DEADLINE:  Feb. 24, 2022  

PROGRAM: The Links, Incorporated: Central Illinois Chapter
AWARD: Monetary Scholarships
WHO MAY APPLY: An African American graduating senior planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution, minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale, 4.0 cumulative GPA on a 5.0 scale, reside in Bloomington/Normal, Peoria, or Decatur, U.S. Citizen, cannot be a relative of any member of the Central Illinois Chapter of the Links, Incorporated
HOW TO APPLY:  Please see your counselor in order to check for your pre-qualifications. Scholarships can be accessed using the following link.  https://centralillinoislinksinc.org/scholarship-instructions/
DEADLINE: Feb. 25, 2022

PROGRAM: PEORIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior from Peoria Public Schools
HOW TO APPLY:  Student Scholarships
DEADLINE: March 1, 2024

PROGRAM: Beta Sigma Psi: Educational Foundation
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY: varies 
HOW TO APPLY:  visit the following website Betasigmapsi. and  Scholarships for High School Students 
DEADLINE:  March 5, 2022 

PROGRAM: BLDD Because Life Derserves Design
AWARD:  up to $1500
WHO MAY APPLY: current high school senior, 2.5 GPA, top 40% of their class, earned credit in art class, and accepted into a university or college in a field related to architecture, interior design or graphic design 
HOW TO APPLY:  visit the following website BLDD scholarship
DEADLINE:  March 15, 2022 

PROGRAM: ILLINOIS SHERIFF'S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:  over 100 throughout the state of Illinois; 2 scholarships for Peoria County for $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Illinois permanent students attending a college full-time in Illinois for Fall of 2022
HOW TO APPLY: ISA 22-23 Scholarship Application or pick up a hard copy in the counseling office
DEADLINE: March 15, 2022

PROGRAM: Steve Maxeheimer Scholarship
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY: High school seniors in the Tri-County Area (Peoria, Tazewell, or Woodford) attending an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university with an interest in golf.
HOW TO APPLY:  paper applications available in the counseling office
DEADLINE: March 22, 2024 

PROGRAM: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, Inc - Peoria Alumnae Scholarship
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Seniors of color with 2.75 G.P.A. or higher who have demonstrated leadership and/or extra-curricular activity, enrolled at a college or university for the 2024-25 academic year 
HOW TO APPLY:  Please pick up an application from the counseling center or download from the following link: Delta Sigma Theta For specific questions please e-mail info@dstpeoriaalumnae.com
DEADLINE:  March 15, 2024

PROGRAM:Society of American Military Engineers, Rock Island Post
DISCIPLINE: Engineering 
AWARD:   $1000.00
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating high school seniors with 3.0 G.P.A,  acceptance at an accredited engineering or science college (4 years).
HOW TO APPLY: Rock Island Scholarship  , contact Roger Perk at (309) 794-5227, or pick up a hard copy in the counseling office
DEADLINE: March 25, 2022 

PROGRAM: OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC.
AWARD:  $500.00
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior with a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
HOW TO APPLY:  click or visit the following link   River City Scholarships
DEADLINE: March 31, 202 4

PROGRAM: Peoria County Farm Bureau
AWARD:  Five $1000 scholarships
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who are pursuing higher education in Agriculture or related fields, Peoria county residents, accepted to or enrolled in a four-year university or two-year community college
HOW TO APPLY:  Paper applications available in a counseling office or visit Peoria County Farm Bureau
DEADLINE: March 31, 2022  

PROGRAM: Cirkled in
AWARD:  $2500 
WHO MAY APPLY: 8th-12th students, with no minimum GPA, no income requirements, and no long essay to write. Students can use the award for any educational-related need (tuition, books & supplies, etc).
HOW TO APPLY:  Cirkled Scholarship 2022
DEADLINE: March 31, 2022  

PROGRAM: Sigma Gamma Rho Scholarship
AWARD:  Minimum $500
WHO MAY APPLY: Minority Resident of Greater Peoria Area, Graduating Senior, with minimum 2.5 G.P.A., displays leadership qualities, has been accepted into an accredited college or institution for the 2024-25 academic year. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up at the counseling office or print from the attached link online submission is highly recommended.
DEADLINE:  March 22, 2024 

PROGRAM:  DCFS Scholarship
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  16 years of age and under 21 years of age, earned a high school diploma or GED certificate, dept. must have court ordered legal responsibility for the applicant
HOW TO APPLY: Visit the following website, https://www2.illinois.gov/dcfs/pages/default.aspx or use the following link 2022 Scholarship DCFS
DEADLINE: March 31, 2022  

PROGRAM: Ralph Kress Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  Two-$2500 scholarships
WHO MAY APPLY:  students with a "B" (3.0) GPA, who are accepted into an accredited Mechanical Engineering program.
HOW TO APPLY:  Peoria North or click on the following link Ralph Kress Memorial 2022 or applications in the counseling office 
DEADLINE: April 1, 2022 

PROGRAM: Andy and Jamie Schliepsiek Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  $5,000
WHO MAY APPLY:   RHS senior attending college or university, w/ a C average, and has financial needs
HOW TO APPLY:   Applications are in the RHS Counseling Office or Schliepsiek Scholarship Application 2022
DEADLINE: April 8, 2022  

PROGRAM:  Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE-IL)
AWARD:  varies 
WHO MAY APPLY:  (10th grade female Peppy Moldovan Memorial Award), (at least a junior, Illinois Engineering Initiative Scholarship) (minority, female student accepted or enrolled in the Grainger College Of Engineering at U of I Champaign, The Butkus-Sylvester Family Scholarship)
HOW TO APPLY:  Please go to the following website, ilengineeringinitiative.org/scholarships or https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/80332-Illinois-Engineering-Initiative-
DEADLINE: April 15, 2022 

PROGRAM:  INDEPENDENT SPORTS CLUB OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS
AWARD:  $2000 scholarships awarded to female and male recipients
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Seniors attending an accredited Jr. College, college, or university in the U.S. for the 22-23 school year, provides cumulative GPA, participated in high school sports for a minimum of 3 years, has respectable attendance, is active in the community, and is a U.S. Citizen.
HOW TO APPLY:  Application forms are available in the RHS Counseling Office or please click the following link 2022 ISC Athletic Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 15, 2022

PROGRAM: Thomas Jefferson Foundation
AWARD:  $500-$2500
WHO MAY APPLY:  students with any diagnosed disability.
HOW TO APPLY:  Paper applications are available in the counseling office. Must have counselor recommendation.
DEADLINE: April 22, 2022 

PROGRAM: Deveraux R. Hubbard II Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  Varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior from Peoria Public Schools with at least 2.75 G.P.A. or higher, a member of at least 1 varsity sport for 2 years, leadership through participation in community service, and must be attending a 4-year college or university for the 22-23 academic year .
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up a paper copy from the Counseling Office or download from the following link Deveraux R. Hubbard II Memorial Scholarship
DEADLINE: April 22, 2022 

PROGRAM: Alpha Delta Kappa Chapter Scholarship 
AWARD:   $250.00
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors with a 3.5 GPA or higher is highly recommended by Peoria Public Schools seeking a degree in the education field
HOW TO APPLY: Counseling Center or pick up a copy from the counseling center
DEADLINE: April 22, 2022  

PROGRAM: Alpha Kappa Alpha Nu Pi Omega Chapter 
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY: Minority female or male entering a 4-year college or university as a Freshman in the Fall 2022, minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale, ACT score of 18 or 700 on SAT, demonstrated leadership and community service, submit a 1-2 page personal essay 
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up a paper copy from the counseling office or print the attached link NPO Scholarship 2022
DEADLINE:  April 22, 2022 

PROGRAM:  Illinois Heartland Decorative Artists Scholarship
AWARD:  $1000 scholarships awarded
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Seniors attending an accredited Jr. College, college, or university next fall. 
HOW TO APPLY:  IHDA Education
DEADLINE: April 30, 2022 

PROGRAM:  Bob Quarello Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  Minimum of $500.00 depending on availability of funding.
WHO MAY APPLY:  Current college student or high school graduating senior.  The applicant must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a law enforcement or related professional curriculum, or enrolled in classes in preparation for a career within law enforcement or related field.  Must be a permanent resident in: Fulton, Mason, Peoria or Tazewell counties. 
HOW TO APPLY: Use the following link to download the application Bob Quarello Scholarship
Deadline: May 1, 2022 

PROGRAM:  ISPE Peoria Area Chapter Scholarship
AWARD: $1000 
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school senior accepted into a ABET accredited college or university or junior college pre-engineering program. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Scholarship Application or pick one up in the counseling office
DEADLINE: May 6, 2022 

PROGRAM: Temple Hoyne Buell Memorial Scholarship
AWARD:  Three $1000 scholarships  
WHO MAY APPLY: Incoming Freshman who'll be attending U of I at Urbana Champaign Fall 2022. Individuals who exhibit the values of Chi Psi Fraternity.  
HOW TO APPLY:  Please use the following link Buell or pick up a hard copy in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  May 15, 2022 

PROGRAM: PEORIA PROMISE
AWARD:  Varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  information is available on the website below.
HOW TO APPLY:  Peoria Promise
DEADLINE:  FAFSA completion; ICC application; apply for Peoria Promise online Feb. 1-May 15, 2024

PROGRAM: NROTC
AWARD: Up to $200,000
WHO MAY APPLY: Students interested in a career as an officer in the US Navy
HOW TO APPLY:  Please open the following link for further details NROTC
DEADLINE:  May 2022 

PROGRAM:  Kids' Chance Inc., of Illinois
AWARD:  Varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Seniors attending an accredited Jr. College, College, or Trade School this fall or spring, parent has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work-related accident. Additional information can be found on the following website. Kids Chance of Illinois
HOW TO APPLY:  Application can be accessed here Kids' Chance Scholarship  
DEADLINE: May 30, 2022 

PROGRAM: Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation 
AWARD:   $1000.00
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors from Illinois seeking an undergraduate degree
HOW TO APPLY: ILBCF or download from this link ILBCF
DEADLINE: May 31, 2022  

PROGRAM:  PB & J SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:  Up to $1000
WHO MAY APPLY: Open to high school seniors attending an accredited 2-year or 4-year college in the US.
HOW TO APPLY: please visit the following website https://scholarsapp.com/scholarship/pbj-scholarship
DEADLINE: May 31, 2022 

PROGRAM:  Central Illinois Softball Assocation (CISA)
AWARD:  $750.00 (2)
WHO MAY APPLY:  Award based on character, community involvement, senior attending an accredited Junior College, College or University in the Fall, must have participated in softball
HOW TO APPLY:  See the attached the documents CISA Guidelines CISA Application or stop by the counseling office to pick up an application
DEADLINE:  May 31, 2022

PROGRAM: Peoria Chapter of ASM and the Central Illinois Chapter of AFS
AWARD: Up to $2000
WHO MAY APPLY: Pursing or enrolled in a Material or Engineering Related Degree
HOW TO APPLY: Copy is provided in the counseling office or use the following link Perfect Scholarship 2022
DEADLINE: June 3, 2022

PROGRAM: El DABE RITTER SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:  $1500 
WHO MAY APPLY: High school senior in the US
HOW TO APPLY:  Please visit the following website Personal Injury
DEADLINE:  June 30, 2022 

PROGRAM: College Covered powered by Discover Student Loans
AWARD: Giving away 5,000 each month, 1 of 12 scholarships available 
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school seniors enrolled at least half-time in a Bachelor's or Associate's degree program 
HOW TO APPLY:  visit the following website College Covered 
DEADLINE: Feb. 2022- Jan. 31, 2023 

PROGRAM: High School STEM Scholarship for Aspiring Commercial Drone Pilots
AWARD:  $450
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school students ages 16 or up who are serious about learning how to fly drones commercially
HOW TO APPLY:  Please submit a video to the following link Drone Pilot Ground School
DEADLINE: Rolling 

PROGRAM:  SCHOLAR'S APP 
AWARD:  VARIES
WHO MAY APPLY: High school students HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up a hard copy from the counseling office or use the following link Scholar's APP scholarships
DEADLINE: varies 

PROGRAM: Society of Women Engineers  
AWARD:   varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Female seniors interested in engineering, technology, or computing and planning to attend college full-time in the upcoming school year
HOW TO APPLY: Society of Women Engineers
DEADLINE: varies 

PROGRAM: RAISE.ME  (Microscholarships for specific schools in their cohort)
AWARD:   Earn cash for college every time you achieve one of the predetermined academic or leadership goals towards the university/college recognized through raise.me
WHO MAY APPLY:  All 9-12 high school students
HOW TO APPLY: Raise
DEADLINE: End of your senior year
This link is associated with our school:  Raise 

PROGRAM: ICC Scholarships
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  students planning on attending ICC in the Fall 2022
HOW TO APPLY:  Scholarships
DEADLINE:  varies. Need to complete 2022-23 FAFSA 

PROGRAM: STUDENTSCHOLARSHIPS.ORG
AWARD:   $1000 - $ 50,0000
WHO MAY APPLY:  All seniors should review scholarships on the website. Eligibility varies.
HOW TO APPLY: Student Scholarships  
DEADLINE: Varies 

Program: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Award: 
$1500 to $3000
Who May Apply: 
An undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial needs who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities.   
How to Apply: 
Please visit the following website College Scholarship Program
Deadline: TBA 

ProgramNational Defense Transportation Association (NDTA)
Award: 
$1500 to $3000
Who May Apply: High school applicants must reside in Ill. College students must be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited institution in a state within the NDTA's Central Region and any field of study, priority will be given to those in a degree program related to business, transportation, logistics, supply chain or physical distribution.  
How to Apply: Hard copy in the counseling office 
Deadline: TBA  

Program:  Acorn Equality Fund 2020
Award:
Up to $4000
Who May Apply:  Academic Scholarships awarded to Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GLBT) persons and their children residing in Illinois who plan to attend any accredited, post-secondary educational facility. 
How to Apply:  A Corner Quality Fund 
Deadline: TBA  

PROGRAM:  Horatio Alger National and State Scholarships
AWARD:  Receive up to $25,000 for College
WHO MAY APPLY:  Be enrolled full time as a high school student in the United States; be progressing normally toward graduation with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation

  • Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)

  • Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)

  • Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities

  • Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

  • Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and

  • Be a United States citizen
    HOW TO APPLY:  Scholarships.
    DEADLINE:   Two-Part application due by March 15, 2024

PROGRAM:  Mana Scholarship Program
AWARD:  $10,000 for College 
WHO MAY APPLY: “Identify as Latino and be between the ages of 18-35 years old as of the application deadline date, Be U.S. citizens, legal residents of the U.S., or undocumented residents of the U.S., including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient, Be high school seniors or graduates, or current college undergraduate, Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the U.S. for the entire upcoming academic year
HOW TO APPLY:  Scholars Apply  
DEADLINE:  TBA  

Program:  National College Match (Questbridge)Award: Full four-year college scholarships to some of the nation's leading colleges
Who May Apply:  High School seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence and who come from households earning less than $60,000 annually for a typical family of four.
How to Apply:  Quest Bridge
Deadline:  TBA  

ProgramIllinois Chemical Education Foundation
Award: $2000
Who May Apply:  High School seniors who exemplify outstanding achievement in academic, extracurricular/employment activities and community involvement.
How to Apply: Hard copy in the counseling office 
Deadline:  TBA  

Program: The Fire: FREE SPEECH Essay Contest 
Award: 1-$10,0000, 1-$5,000, 3-$1,000, 4-$500
Who May Apply:  High School juniors and seniors for the 17-18 school year. Students must submit an essay between 800 and 1,000 words on the provided topic. 
How to Apply:  Essay Contest
Deadline:  TBA  

Program: Ron Brown Scholar Program
Award: 20 or more students receive $10,000 annually for 4 years
Who May Apply:  US Citizen, Black/African American and current High School seniors who have demonstrated academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities and have demonstrated financial need.
How to Apply:  https://ronbrown.org/apply/ron-brown-scholarship/
Deadline:  December 1, 2023  

ProgramHispanic Scholarship Fund HSF Scholar
Award: $500- $5000
Who May Apply:  High School students who are representatives of Hispanic heritage, US Citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA, minimum 3.0 GPA, plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public, or not-for -profit, four-year university, submit a FAG+FSA
How to Apply: HSF
Deadline:  TBA  

Program: Farm Credit Illinois Agriculture Scholarship
Award: 2,000
Who May Apply:  High School seniors pursuing careers in agriculture 
How to Apply: APIASF website
Deadline: TBA   

Program: Odenza Marketing Group
Award: 
$500 
Who May Apply:  Students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Submit like the Facebook page Odenza and submit 2 short essays. 
How to Apply:  Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship
Deadline:  TBA   

PROGRAM: Richwoods JFL Sportsmanship and Service Scholarship in Memory of Deveraux Hubbard II
AWARD:  Scholarship Award
WHO MAY APPLY:  Richwoods High School graduating senior, played a minimum of two JFL seasons, member of Varsity level for at least two seasons, has a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher, and plans to enroll at a college or university for the 21-22 academic year.
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up an application from the counseling center or from Coach Roland Brown, use the following link Richwoods JFL Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Stokes Educational Scholarship Program (NSA)
AWARD:  $30,000 per year
WHO MAY APPLY:  Seniors planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering should apply. You must be a US citizen, eligible to be granted security clearance, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher & and ACT of 25 or higher.
HOW TO APPLY: For complete details NSA Students
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Prudential Spirit of Community Award
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who have participated in community service activities should apply. 
HOW TO APPLY: How to Apply
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: 2021 DISTRACTED DRIVING SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Available to all incoming college freshman in the US that desire to apply. 
HOW TO APPLY: please visit the following website St Louis Car Accident Lawyer
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
AWARD: One of 150  worth $20,000
WHO MAY APPLY: Current high school seniors attending school in the United States; anticipating completion of a high school diploma at the time of application; planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution; carrying a minimum 3.00 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school.
HOW TO APPLY:  Go toCoca Cola Scholar Foundation  for the official entry form and more information regarding rules
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: ELKS Most Valuable Student Competition
AWARD: Five hundred scholarships will be awarded, ranging from $4,000-50,000.
WHO MAY APPLY:  Any HS Seniors who are US citizens. Need not be related to an ELKS member.
HOW TO APPLY:  Go to ELKS
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Illinois Federation of Women's Clubs 
AWARD:  $12,000 scholarship include art, drama, music, education and vocational studies 
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors, current college students and adults returning to school 
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications are also available on our website  IL Scholarship Information 
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM:  Illinois Federation of Teachers - Robert G. Porter Scholarship
AWARD:  up to $6,000 ($1500 x 4 years)
WHO MAY APPLY:  Child of any active IFT Teacher.
HOW TO APPLY:  IFT or click on the following link Robert G. Porter Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA  

PROGRAM:  AXA Achievement Scholarship
AWARD:  $10,000
WHO MAY APPLY: A senior who resides in a community where AXA has a branch office. The focus is on students with ambition and drive, determination to set and achieve goals, respect for self, family, and community. Special consideration will be given to achievements that empower society to mitigate risk through education and/or action in areas such as financial, environmental, health and/or emergency-preparedness.
HOW TO APPLY:  AXA Achievement Scholarship 
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  National Society Colonial Dames of the XVII Century
AWARD:  $500.00
WHO MAY APPLY:  Applicants must be enrolled members of a Native American tribe recognized at the federal and state level. GPA 3.25 or higher
HOW TO APPLY:   pick up a paper copy from the counseling office or print from this link Pimiteoui Chapter Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois
AWARD: Up to $23,000 in tuition and assistance
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who plan to teach in Illinois  
HOW TO APPLY:  Go to https://www.goldenapple.org/scholars
DEADLINE: December 1, 2023 priority deadline 

PROGRAM: Greenhouse Scholars
AWARD:  $5000 per year up to $20,000 total
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior, planning to attend a 4-year accredited academic institution, US Citizen or permanent resident of US and legal resident of Illinois, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above, demonstrate financial need(annual household income no greater than $70,000)
HOW TO APPLY: Green House Scholars
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
AWARD:  $500-10,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Any graduating senior must submit a 1000 word essay on an act of political courage by a US elected official who served after 1956.
HOW TO APPLY:  JFK Scholarship  
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM:  Doug and Diane Oberhelman African-American Hall of Fame Scholarship 
AWARD:  $2000
WHO MAY APPLY: District 150 seniors with 3.2/4.0 or higher g.p.a. who will pursue an associates or bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
HOW TO APPLY:  Oberhelman Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Ameren Scholarship 
AWARD:  $1500
WHO MAY APPLY: District 150 Senior with 3.2/4.0 or higher g.p.a. who will pursue an associates or bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
HOW TO APPLY:  Ameren Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Illinois State DAR organization
AWARD:  $1000 
WHO MAY APPLY: Students studying in Illinois institutions and the General Henry Dearborn American History Scholarship (for one student committed to an American History major). Winning applicants receive the funds after submitting proof that they have achieved no less than a C average in the college semester following the announcement of their award. The scholarship funds are sent directly to the school following receipt of a certified transcript from the college or university, which must be sent to the Scholarship Chairman. 
HOW TO APPLY: 
DAR Instructions DAR Application DAR Financial Document
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Dell Scholars Program
AWARD:  Varies.
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who have participated in an AVID or Upward Bound program and have a cumulative GPA of 2.4 or higher and have financial needs.
HOW TO APPLY:  Dell Scholars
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Gates Millennium Scholars
DISCIPLINE:  Computer Science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science.
AWARD:  Financial support for the cost of an undergraduate education in any academic discipline.
WHO MAY APPLY:  Any African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander, American or Hispanic American with a GPA of 3.3 or higher and have financial needs and is involved in community projects
HOW TO APPLY:  GMSP
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM:  Verna Ross Orendorff Scholarship
AWARD:  $1000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Any Illinois High School Student.
HOW TO APPLY:  submit a 1500-word essay about Abraham Lincoln History Illinois
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
AWARD: varies 
WHO MAY APPLY: High School Graduating Minority Senior, plan to attend an accredited 4-year institution in the US, financial need, US citizen, leadership potential, SAT minimum combined score of 1, 000 or ACT 21
HOW TO APPLY: Jackie Robinson
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM:  CBAI Foundation For Community Bank Scholarship Program
AWARD: $1000 or $500 
WHO MAY APPLY: High School Senior
HOW TO APPLY: submit a two-page essay Scholarship Opportunity
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Davidson Fellows Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, and Philosophy.
AWARD:  $10,000, $25,000, and $50,000.
WHO MAY APPLY:  Any student 18 or younger who is a U.S. Citizen and has completed a 'significant piece of work' in one of the submission categories that is their own creation.
HOW TO APPLY:  Davids on Gifted
DEADLINE:   February 14, 2024 

PROGRAM:  Illinois PTA Education Scholarship
AWARD:  up to $3,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior with 3.0 GPA who is planning to education or education related degree program requiring certification from the Illinois Board of Education.
HOW TO APPLY: Programs
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: Hy-vee Foundation Scholarship Program
AWARD:  80 winners- $1000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior employed at Hyvee,son/daughter of an employee,enrolling in college for the first time
HOW TO APPLY: Hy-Veee
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: PROPEL SCHOLARS AWARD (PSA) Renewable Scholarship Award
AWARD: $2,500 for four years of undergraduate
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school senior
HOW TO APPLY: Propel Scholars Award
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: WALT WILLIAMS LEGACY BOOK SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:  college scholarship
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school senior, minimum 3.0 g.p.a.
HOW TO APPLY: Pick up an application from the counseling center/mail or fax application
DEADLINE:  TBA  

PROGRAM: SPIRIT OF ANNE FRANK SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior, accepted at a four-year college, and exhibit extraordinary leadership in your school and/or community and a meaningful effort to address issues of social justice. This interest and involvement should be exhibited by spearheading organizations, programs or events that address issues of intolerance, prejudice and injustice in your community.
HOW TO APPLY:  applications are online, please click on the link accepted online
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Kathryn G. Hansen Scholarship 
AWARD:  $1- $500 
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior enrolled full time in the 2021-2022 academic year in Illinois, progressing normally toward graduation, and planning to enter college no later than the fall following graduation;have a strong commitment to pursue a higher education in an office professional, secretarial, or business- related field within the State of Illinois with preference given to attendance at the University of Illinois;involvement in co-curricular and community activities;demonstrate academic achievement;be a resident of Illinois;be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
HOW TO APPLY:  About the Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM:  Illinois Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Scholarship
DISCIPLINE:  Any post-secondary school or accredited vocational/technical school.
AWARD: Financial support for the cost of an undergraduate education in any academic discipline.
WHO MAY APPLY:  Resident of Illinois and United States of America.
HOW TO APPLY:  scholarship application and instructions are under the programs tab- then scholarships on the following website IOOF  or pick up a copy in the counseling office
DEADLINE: TBA

PROGRAM:  Illinois Federation of Teachers - Carl J. Megel Special Education Award
AWARD:  $1,000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Special Education Student of an IFT Teacher or nominated by an IFT Teacher.
HOW TO APPLY:  IFT AFT
DEADLINE:   TBA

PROGRAM: EXPERIENCE ICC Scholarship
AWARD:  50% of tuition (up to $375) SUMMER SCHOOL
WHO MAY APPLY:  Anyone in ICC's district who has not previously taken a course at ICC. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Experience ICC Scholarship
DEADLINE:  contact Ellen Tabor 694-5324 

PROGRAM: Jostens Renaissance Scholarships
AWARD: 1- $2,500 and 4-$1000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating senior, including transcript and an application form
HOW TO APPLY: Jostens Renaissance
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: TRI-COUNTY (PEORIA) URBAN LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIPS i.e. Urban League Excellence Fund Scholarship, Methodist Medical Center/Urban League Scholarship for Minority Students, Illinois Central College Scholarship
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating senior, varies per scholarship
HOW TO APPLY: Pick up a copy from the counseling center or click on the following link TSTM 2018 Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA  

PROGRAM: Dr. Barbara S. Penelton Scholarship & Black Alumni Scholarship
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who are enrolled as a full-time student for 20-21 at Bradley University, involvement in extracurricular activities GPA 3.0 or better
HOW TO APPLY:  Please visit the counseling center to pick up a paper copy
DEADLINE: TBA  

PROGRAM: ICAT STEM: Innovations in Construction, Asphalt, and Transportation
AWARD:  Three $1500 scholarships
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students who are pursuing higher education in STEM education,graduating in May 2020, attending a four-year university in the Fall of 2020
HOW TO APPLY:  Please visit the counseling center to pick up a paper copy 
DEADLINE: TBA  

PROGRAM:Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE)
AWARD:  One for $1000 and two for $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school seniors attending college in the Fall 2018, and major in any of the STEM fields. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Please see attached document for further instructions Central Illinois Sections Scholarship 2018
DEADLINE: TBA  

PROGRAM: National College and Career Readiness Indicators
AWARD: 1- $5000, 1- $2500, 7- $2000, 7- $1000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors submit a 30 sec video telling the world how they are college, career, and life ready beyond a single test score
HOW TO APPLY:  National Scholarship
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: Greater Peoria Area Crime Stoppers
DISCIPLINE: Major or Minor in Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or a related field
AWARD:  Up to three $1000.00
WHO MAY APPLY: Students with minimum 2.0 G.P.A. who plan to major or minor in Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or a related field, 500 word essay, 3 letters of recommendations
HOW TO APPLY: Paper copy available in the counseling center or the following link Crime Stoppers Scholarship 2018
DEADLINE: TBA

PROGRAM: Vivint Smart Home
AWARD:  $5000.00
WHO MAY APPLY: High school seniors or college students who are legal residents of the U.S., must enroll in a semester beginning no later than Sept. 30, 2017, submit a video and be planning on or already enrolled in one of the eligible majors listed in the Scholarship Official Rules.
HOW TO APPLY: Scholarship  
DEADLINE:  TBA  

PROGRAM: Grow Your Own Scholarship
AWARD:  $5000 scholarship awarded annually for 4 years
WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants must be enrolled in an education, law, or law enforcement discipline, minimum GPA of 3.0, family income under $60,000, demonstrated volunteerism in the community in non-school sponsored activities, participation in extracurricular school activities and a commitment to diversity in the Peoria metro committee 
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up a paper copy from the counseling office or print the attached link Grow Your Own 2018
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM:  Peoria Citizens Committee for Economic Opportunities
AWARD:  Varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors or current enrolled college students, applicants must be income eligible under DCEO/CSBG income guidelines, resident of Peoria County, and demonstrate positive community/school involvement.  
HOW TO APPLY:  Please use the following link to find the application PCCEO SCHOLARSHIP
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: University of ILLINOIS - Peoria Area Illini Club Scholarship
AWARD:  $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students admitted to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Those with exceptional academic and community leadership, and/or demonstrating financial need are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY: 2017 PAIC Scholarship Application  
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM:  PHI BETA SIGMA FRATERNITY, INC. EPSILON RHO SIGMA CHAPTER
AWARD:  $1000 scholarships awarded
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Seniors attending an accredited College or University for the 21-22 academic year. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Pick a copy from the counseling office or use the link Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc Scholarship or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GWozv4405qUlfw0Z6f03Ct2hw5ubS11p/view
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Peoria Branch of the National Association of University Women
AWARD:  varies
WHO MAY APPLY:  Minority, graduating seniors attending an accredited Jr. College, College, or University next fall. 
HOW TO APPLY:  Application forms are available in the RHS Counseling Office. 
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Peoria Area Jaycees Scholarship
AWARD:   $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Submit a 500 typed words or less essay, clearly explaining your leadership and service experiences as well as your future academic plans and how you plan to use these funds, be a resident of Greater Peoria Area, a Senior, w/ 2.5 G.P.A., plan to enroll in a degree or certificate program within six months after graduation, and provide two letters of recommendation.  
HOW TO APPLY:  Print the application from this link Peoria Jaycees Leadership Scholarship 2019 or pick up a copy from the counseling center and submit the completed application to the counseling center
DEADLINE:  TBA

PROGRAM: 100 Black Men of Central Illinois 
AWARD:  up to $3000
WHO MAY APPLY:  African American Students, traditional, non-traditional, trade school or graduate students planning to attend a post-secondary, accredited institution, minimum 2.5 g.p.a.
HOW TO APPLY:  paper applications available in the counseling office or access online 100BMCI2016 Scholarship Application
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: IMC Illinois Migrant Council CSBG Scholarship 
AWARD: varies
WHO MAY APPLY: Migrant or seasonal farm workers, other minority or economically disadvantaged, have acceptance to an Illinois vocational, 2 or 4 year institution of higher learning
HOW TO APPLY:  Contact the local office by finding the number on this document IMC Scholarship Flyer or fliers are located in the counseling office
DEADLINE:  TBA

PROGRAM: Pointe Pest Control
AWARD:   4 winners-$750
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating Senior, GPA 3.0, school representative signature required on a transcript
HOW TO APPLY: Illinois Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS
AWARD:   $1000
WHO MAY APPLY: Peoria and surrounding Counties, 9-12 graders, complete submit an application
HOW TO APPLY:  Please click on the following link for further details JA Program Scholarship
DEADLINE:  TBA 

PROGRAM: FranCenter Cleveland-Dodge Memorial Scholarship Program 
AWARD:   $500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors from Illinois with a specific learning disability enrolling in a 2 or 4 year college, university or trade school. 
HOW TO APPLY: Pick up a paper copy from the Counseling Office or please use the following link FranCenter Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: River Cup Foundation
AWARD:  $1,000 
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors are accepted into an accepted college or university with a 3.0 gpa, high moral character and provide references, and applicants must demonstrate an interest in golf.
HOW TO APPLY: Preferred applications are submitted electronically River Cup click on the scholarship program tab 
DEADLINE: TBA

PROGRAM: Review It Scholarship
AWARD:  $1000.00
WHO MAY APPLY:  Students planning to enroll in college no later than Sept. 2017 who have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
HOW TO APPLY: Submit an application at Chiu Reviews
DEADLINE: TBA

PROGRAM: Groth & Associates
AWARD:   last year awarded $1000.00 to applicants
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors, involved in the game of golf, college-bound students
HOW TO APPLY: Scholarship 
DEADLINE: TBA  

PROGRAM: Dean Ritter Trust for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
AWARD:  Varying between $1000-$8000
WHO MAY APPLY:  Currently, a high school senior in good standing, with significant hearing loss in one or both ears, exhibiting financial needs, must be an Illinois resident
HOW TO APPLY: 2020 Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA

PROGRAM: Enlightened Minds Essay Contest c/o Alpha Phi Alpha
AWARD: 3 prizes given to top participants
WHO MAY APPLY:  Graduating seniors
HOW TO APPLY: Students can pick up a paper copy in the counseling center or application hereApplications can be electronically submitted to Contact@PeoriaAlphas.com
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Driving-Tests.org
AWARD:   $2500
WHO MAY APPLY:  Juniors and Seniors must create a 2-minute video and post it online((YouTube or Vimeo) and submit the link to their video that answers the following question: “How can you, as a new driver, help to reduce road fatalities among your peers?” 
HOW TO APPLY:  Submit video link to Driving Tests  
DEADLINE: TBA 

PROGRAM: Staver Law Group Personal Injury Scholarship
AWARD:  $5000 
WHO MAY APPLY:  students who are accepted or currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or graduate program in the US, 3.0 GPA  or higher, US citizen or permanent resident, demonstrate good character and strong motivation despite challenges
HOW TO APPLY:  Please visit the following website Straver Law Group Personal Injury
DEADLINE:  TBA  

PROGRAM: TRICOCI UNIVERSITY
AWARD:  $2000
WHO MAY APPLY:  High school graduating senior interested in the beauty industry
HOW TO APPLY:  Please use the following link to access the scholarship TUBC Annual High School Scholarship
DEADLINE: TBA

 

Additional Scholarships 
The scholarships below are accepting applications between August 29th, 2022 and October 31st, 2022.  For more details about each scholarship and the eligibility requirements, read the details below carefully. 

Scholarships Available

 Scholarship Deadlines: 

$2,000 (125 Awards)
Path to Pro Scholarship Program
Deadline: September 30, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$1,000 (1 Award)
Oleg Fastovsky Outstanding Citizen Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$2,500 (2 Awards)
AmericanMuscle Student Scholarship Program
Deadline: October 15, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$1,000 (1 Award)
Giving Back to the Community Scholarship
Deadline: November 14, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

Featured Scholarships

$7,000 (12 Awards)
No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship
Deadline: August 29, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$2,000 (12 Awards)
Nitro Scholarship
Deadline: August 31, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$25,145 (1 Award)
Be Bold Scholarship
Deadline: September 1, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$10,000 (10 Awards)
College Scholarship for High School Students
Deadline: August 31, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$40,000 (24 Awards)
Big Future Scholarships
Deadline: August 31, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$2,000 (12 Awards)
Niche Scholarships
Deadline: August 31, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

$1,000 (12 Awards)
Cappex Scholarship
Deadline: August 31, 2022
For Eligibility: Click Here 

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