Scholarship Undergraduate

Northeastern Illinois University Presidential Scholarship

Northeastern Illinois University

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Avg. Amount Awarded
286
Days
March 3 2026
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
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Northeastern Illinois University Presidential Scholarship
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Description

The Northeastern Illinois University Presidential Scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who demonstrate strong academic promise from the Chicago metropolitan and suburban areas. Recipients of this scholarship major in academic fields such as business, music, social work, chemistry, education, biology, and psychology. Students must have an ACT cumulative score of 25 or greater (or) SAT equivalent of 1200 (or) graduation in the top 10 percent of the class. This award is available only to freshmen students entering from an Illinois high school for the Fall 2025 Semester who meet the eligibility requirements. Continuing, transfer, and graduate students are not eligible. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Amount Details

$17,900
Low Amount Awarded
$60,000
High Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university
  • CheckmarkMinimum 3.5 GPA
  • CheckmarkMust currently be a high school student
  • CheckmarkMust study full-time
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying in Illinois
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Biology, Business/Consumer Services, Education, Music, Psychology, Social Services

How to Apply

What you'll need:

  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Community Service
  • Checkmark Entry In A Contest
  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
  • Checkmark Resume
  • Checkmark Test Scores
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