Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Scholarships

Scholarship List Amount Amount:
$269,784
Calendar Deadline:
January 02, 2026
Stack Star Awards Available:
Varies
Eligibility Criteria:
GPA
State Selection
Current Year in School
College Selection State
County Selection
Citizenship
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Scholarship Description

The University of Chicago offers prestigious scholarships covering up to full tuition for four years, exclusively for graduates of Chicago Public Schools (CPS) who gain admission to the College of the University of Chicago.

Scholarship Details

  • Duration: Four-year coverage
  • Scope: Up to full tuition
  • Exclusively for CPS graduates

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a graduate of Chicago Public Schools
  • Admission to the College of the University of Chicago is required
  • Demonstration of potential contributions to academic, extracurricular, and community aspects of the College

Application Process

  1. Complete the standard application for admission to the College of the University of Chicago.
  2. CPS student applicants will be automatically considered for the scholarship; no additional scholarship-specific application is required.

In summary, this scholarship aims to recognize and support outstanding CPS graduates who show promise in enriching the academic and community life of the College. Through this initiative, the University of Chicago continues to invest in the potential of local students and their impact on the future.

Contact

Scholarship Committee

University of Chicago
1101 E. 58th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
773-702-8650