Scholarships and grants (66%) are awarded based on factors like academic achievement, talent, leadership, geographical location, field of study, and financial need. By applying to UIUC, you’re automatically in the running for the following scholarships, regardless of your major. You can apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is available regardless of financial need. All scholarships are for fall and spring semesters only unless otherwise noted.
The University of Illinois offers the Transfer Scholarship to high-achieving, first-generation students with 30+ transferable graded hours and demonstrated financial need who are transferring from an Illinois community college. This scholarship is worth $2,000, the number of awards will vary and this is not renewable.