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• WISE Scholarships, Deadline Extended to 3/14 and 3/15

  Mar 5, 2014 3:15 pm74 views

  DEADLINE Extended for the THREE WISE Scholarships now available: 
  *** 2014 Ann Sluzas Martin Scholarship
  
  Thanks for the generosity of the John and Arlene Norsym family, WISE is pleased to offer one $1,000 scholarship to a woman who is a caregiver. This scholarship targets women full-time undergraduate students at UIC who are majoring in engineering and is a mother or full-time caregiver.
  
  For full details on requirements, please visit:https://uic.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_cBUAwWgfWUClt09
  
  **** 2014 Patricia Frank Scholarship
  
  Thanks for the generosity of UIC alumna, Patricia Frank, WISE is pleased to offer two $1,000 scholarships. These scholarships targets women full-time undergraduate students at UIC who are majoring in science, technology, engineering or mathematics.
  
  For full details on requirement, please visit: https://uic.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8IB759hbbu8dm9n 
  

• Honors College Study Abroad Scholarships for Summer and Fall 2015, Due Fri. 3/20

  Mar 13, 2015 3:15 pm74 views

  The Honors College offers two scholarships to support students interested in studying abroad.  Applications are available for the Summer 2015 and Fall 2015 semesters and are due on March 20, 2015!  Contact the Office of Special Scholarship Programs at ssp@uic.edu or 312-355-2477 with questions.  Apply at https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/9668238.

• Rotary Peace Fellowship, Due 7/1

  May 30, 2014 7:30 am74 views

  This fellowship provides academic and practical training to prepare fellows for leadership roles in solving conflicts around the world.  Up to 100 fellows are selected every year based on personal, academic, and professional achievement.  Fellows earn a master's-level degree or a professional development certificate in peace and conflict studies at one of six Rotary Peace Centers at leading universities in Australia, England, Sweden, Japan, the United States and Thailand.  

  Both programs require, at minimum, a bachelor's degree in a related field; three years of relevant work experience and proficiency in a second language for the master's program and five years of relevant work experience and proficiency in English for the professional development certificate

  Application Deadline: July 1.  View more information on the website: www.rotary.org/rotarycenters 

• Shout out for the Humanities ($5,000 in cash prizes)

  Nov 30, 2015 11:30 am74 views

  Why do you love the humanities?  Let us know by entering the Shout Out for the Humanities contests!

  Who: Current UIC undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate as individuals or teams.

  What: Design an original project that answers such questions as: Why is studying the humanities (literature, foreign languages and cultures, history, philosophy, art history) important to you? To society? How would you convince your parents, an employer, a politician, or others that there is value in learning the humanities?

  How: Express why you consider the humanities to be valuable using any medium.  Make a video, website, or other digital project; make a photo collage, comic strip, cartoon, infographic, or other visual art project; conduct an interview; write a song, short story, or essay.  All submissions must be made online and in an electronic format.

  Why: Because we need your help advocating for the humanities in higher education! And because there will be cash prizes for first, second, and third place winners.  A panel of distinguished UIC faculty members will judge your submission based on the clarity, quality, and impact of your message.

  Need help? Not sure what to make?  Get free tech advice and assistance:

  Wed. November 25, 2- 3pm and Wed. December 2, 2 - 3pm in 1750 UH

  Are you ready to shout out? For more information contact uichumanities@gmail.com or visit huminst.uic.edu/ifth/events/special-events/2015_2016/shout-out-for-the-humanities.  Submissions due Feb. 1.  

• Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity’s Prize in Ethics Essay Contest, Due 12/19

  Dec 1, 2016 8:15 am75 views

  The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity’s Prize In Ethics Essay Contest: Our Foundation challenges college level Juniors and Seniors to submit their work analyzing the urgent ethical issues confronting them in today’s complex world.  Prizes range from $500 - $5,000. 

  Suggested Essay Topic: Articulate with clarity an ethical issue that you have encountered and analyze what it has taught you about ethics and yourself.

  The submission deadline is December 19, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. PST.

  For more information, visit the website and read the Guidelines.

   

• Financing Study Abroad: How to fund your Study Abroad experience, Tues. 2/16

  Feb 15, 2016 10:00 am76 views

  Financing Study Abroad

   How to Fund Your Study Abroad Experience

   

  WHEN: Tuesday, February 16th   10:00-11:00am

   WHERE: 502 University Hall (Study Abroad Office Resource Center)

   

  At This Event:

  Learn about scholarships and financial aid opportunities abroad Q&A with Hua Kao from the Office of Financial Aid and Kat Aldag from the Study Abroad Office

  Questions? Contact Kat Aldag at kaldag@uic.edu. 

• Honors Summer Housing Scholarship Due Mon. 5/5

  May 2, 2014 9:45 am76 views

  We are pleased to announce that the Honors College is able to offer a limited number of Honors Summer Housing Scholarships on a competitive basis. These housing scholarships will cover the cost of a double room in either TBH or MRH (apartment-style housing on the South Campus) for the period of the eight-week summer session (June 16-August 8, 2014). There are no regular dining services during the summer, so the housing scholarship recipients will need to provide for their own meals. In order to qualify, applicants must be engaged in either a UIC summer course(s) or faculty-supervised research on our campus. 

  To apply, please write a personal statement of up to 1 page (double spaced) in which you explain what you will be doing during the period of the 8-week summer session and its relevance for your academic or pre-professional goals. Please also attach supporting documentation. (For example, if you are taking a class, attach a copy of your enrollment verification. If you are doing faculty supervised research, attach the email or other agreement that verifies the arrangement (this could be an email already exchanged, or a short email for this specific purpose).) Feel free to include in your statement any additional personal or financial information that might be relevant to the Honors College when selecting those most deserving of a summer housing scholarship. 

  Hurry: applications are due immediately! Email the application to Associate Dean Sara Hall at sahall@uic.edu by 8 am on Monday, May 5th. Use the subject line: SUMMER HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION. 

  This scholarship only covers housing and does NOT cover the cost of food, or tuition for enrollment in a course, or transportation to research sites, or research supplies, etc. 

  Students receiving this scholarship will be expected to give back to the community of the Honors College and UIC Summer College by helping welcome students and prepare welcoming materials on select dates in July and early August, barring conflicts with class and research schedules.

• Console & Hollawell $1,000 Legal Leaders Scholarship, Due 7/15

  Jun 3, 2014 7:30 am76 views

  The Console & Hollawell $1,000 Legal Leaders Scholarship is available to students who are pursuing a career in law.  The scholarship is open to high school seniors, college students, and law students.  Applicants must be pursuing a degree in the following areas: pre-law, paralegal studies, or working towards their juris doctorate in any concentration of the law.  Applicant must be a U.S. citizen; must be a full-time student attending (or planning to attend on a full-time basis) an accredited institution of higher education; minimum 3.0 gpa; award is to be used exclusively for school tuition and related expenses.

  Deadline: July 15. Learn more at: http://www.premierpersonalinjuryattorneys.com/legal-leaders-scholarship/ 

• UIC Deadline for British Scholarships Extended to May 26

  May 13, 2015 4:00 pm77 views

  It’s not too late! OSSP has extended the British scholarships deadline to May 26!!!

  If you are interested in studying in the UK after graduating, please contact Beth Powers (bpowers@uic.edu) about the great opportunities offered by the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell scholarships. You will need to obtain UIC’s application forms at bpowers@uic.edu if you would like to apply.

  The UK & Ireland

  The British scholarships include the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates Cambridge and Mitchell. These awards give you the opportunity to study at a British university for 1-4 years. Strong candidates typically have a 3.7 GPA or higher, a record of service and leadership, and strong academic qualifications for what they are proposing to study in the UK.

  Fulbright

  While the Fulbright deadline is not until fall (Sept. 11), early planning is essential. Fulbright offers the opportunity to teach or do research/study abroad.

  Begin your research now…

  Fulbright Student Award http://us.fulbrightonline.org/

  Gates Cambridge Scholarship http://www.gatescambridge.org/

  Marshall Scholarship http://www.marshallscholarship.org/

  Rhodes Scholarship http://www.rhodesscholar.org/

  Mitchell Scholarship http://www.us-irelandalliance.org/content/3/en/George%20Mitchell%20Scholarship%20Program%20%7c%20US-Ireland%20Alliance.html

  Post-baccalaureate opportunities http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/GapYear.htm

  Summer is a great time to explore scholarships with fall deadlines. If you are interested in discussing any of these awards, please contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu

• Honors College Scholarships for Study Abroad, Due Fri. 3/18

  Mar 2, 2016 9:00 am78 views

  The Honors College offers two scholarships to support students studying abroad: Dean’s Scholarship for Study Abroad and Flaherty Scholarship. The scholarships are available in awards ranging from $500 to $2,500. To be eligible to apply for the scholarships, students must apply to a study abroad program endorsed by the UIC Campus and be a member of the Honors College. A cumulative UIC grade point average of 3.40 upon application for the scholarships is required. The deadline for programs taking place in Summer and Fall 2016 is Friday, March 18, 2016. You may submit your application here: https://uic.academicworks.com/opportunities/1862.  Contact Eliza Callahan at eycas@uic.edu with any questions.

• Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship Deadline Extended to Mon. 3/24

  Mar 19, 2014 5:30 pm78 views

  The Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship

  Deadline: EXTENDED to Monday, March 24

  Eligibility: Phi Kappa Phi member; graduating senior planning on graduate or professional school

  Award description: The UIC Phi Kappa Phi  chapter can nominate one graduating senior each year for the $5000 Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship. Candidates must apply to the UIC chapter to be nominated.

  Strong candidates should demonstrate the following:

  1.        A strong undergraduate academic record
  2.        Service and leadership activities
  3.        Solid preparation for admission to a graduate program that suits their goals
  4.        An effective personal statement
  5.        Strong letters of reference

  How to apply: Students must be nominated by UIC’s Phi Kappa Phi Chapter to apply. Applications are available on the website: http://www.phikappaphi.org/awards/applications/pkpfell_application.pdf 

  Application questions can be directed to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu or (312) 355-3380; Phi Kappa Phi membership questions can be directed to Sarah Gardiner at saragh1@uic.edu  Past successful applications can be viewed in 2502 UH between 9am and 5pm starting Monday, March 17. 

• Scholarships Available for Summer and Fall International Experiences (Deadline TODAY! 4/15)

  Apr 14, 2021 3:15 pm78 views

• 2015-16 Journalism Internship with NPR and the Washington Post, Apply by April 30

  Dec 8, 2014 9:30 pm78 views

  In memory of Stone and Holt Weeks, following their tragic deaths in 2009, NPR and The Washington Post have partnered to give a promising individual the opportunity to launch a career in journalism. This fellowship consists of two sessions, 12 weeks at The Washington Post and 12 weeks at NPR, with training in reporting for print, radio and the web.

  The Fellowship is both educational and experiential. At NPR, the Fellow is trained in radio and digital production and report on the National, Washington or Business desk. The Washington Post session gives Fellow experience with publishing original stories and other news content. At both organizations, the Fellow has individual sessions with leading journalists and receive guidance on the most important skills of the trade.

  The Stone and Holt Weeks Fellow learns about the role of journalism in "making the world a better place." This Fellowship offers a broad exposure to the relationship between journalism and public education, citizenship, social change and democracy, and will learn that a major aim of journalism, as expressed a century ago by author Finley Peter Dunne, is "to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable."

  Candidate Qualifications
  Anyone who will have received a bachelor's degree by July 15 is eligible to apply for the Fellowship. Individuals with additional education and experience are welcome to apply. While a demonstrated appetite for journalism is desired, there is no specific requirement for a journalism degree or experience as a journalist.

  Application Process
  Applications must be postmarked by April 30. Finalists will be notified in early June and invited to travel to Washington, D.C., for an interview with the fellowship committee. Travel costs for the interview will be paid by NPR and The Washington Post. The selected candidate will be notified by the end of June and asked to confirm his or her commitment early in July. The fellowship begins after Labor Day.

  Learn more and apply at http://www.npr.org/about-npr/183909003/stone-and-holt-weeks-fellowship-details-and-application. 

• 2015 Dream Scholarship for Undocumented Students, Application Due Fri. 2/27

  Feb 25, 2015 9:00 am79 views

  The 2015 Dream Scholarship application is NOW available for undocumented college students to apply. Visit our website at http://www.theanheloproject.org/dream-scholarship/ for a complete application.  Contact contact@theanheloproject.org with questions. 

  Applicants must apply by February 27, 2015 at 11:59 pm.  Visit http://www.theanheloproject.org/dream-scholarship for application details.

  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs is available to assist students with applications.  If you would like support with your application, contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu. 

• Upcoming Fellowships from the Office of External Fellowships

  May 17, 2021 3:00 pm79 views
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  CME Group Foundation Scholars Program for 2021-22 (Application open!)

  Feb 15, 2021 1:30 pm80 views

• CUR Biology Division Travel Awards, Apply by 9/2

  Aug 29, 2016 9:45 am80 views

  The Biology Division of the Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) is offering a limited number of travel grants, up to $250 each, for undergraduate students presenting original biological research results at a regional or national, discipline-specific meeting during the fiscal year 2016-2017. Please visit http://www.cur.org/governance/divisions/biology_student_travel_awards/  for more information and the link to nominate. Interested students should contact Dr. Sara Hall at our@uic.edu for CUR member sponsorship.  Deadline is September 2 for meetings this fall and winter! 

• Chicago Consular Corps Awards (Apply by 10/30)

  Oct 14, 2020 2:15 pm80 views

• Border-Crossing Scholarship Nomination Deadline 2/15

  Jan 22, 2016 11:00 am82 views

  Border-Crossing Scholarship 

  The Social Justice Initiative at the University of Illinois at Chicago is accepting nominations/applications for our “border-crossing” scholarship. A $1,000 scholarship for the next two years will be awarded to a UIC undergraduate student working to transcend borders and diminish the boundaries of identity and geography. Inspired by three Chicago mentors for young activists, the Nesbitt, Carrasco, Unzueta scholarship is an effort to support youth engagement in international reform, international movement-building, and/or transnational solidarity efforts.

  The deadline for nominations is February 15, 2016. All UIC undergraduate students in good academic standing are eligible.

  Application/Nomination:

  Nomination letter (2-3 pages) from a UIC faculty or staff member
  Student personal statement (1page)
  A copy of student transcripts

  Students may self-nominate, but must submit contact information for 2 references and write a 2-3 page personal statement.  Please submit all application materials to Emily Williams at emilywil@uic.edu using the subject line: "NCU BC Scholarship".

  For more information, please contact sjiuic@gmail.com

   

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  Nesbitt, Carrasco, Unzueta Scholarship for UIC students engaging in "border-crossing" activism, Due Mon. 2/2

  Jan 26, 2015 5:00 pm82 views

  The Social Justice Initiative has raised funds through private donations to offer a new scholarship for UIC undergraduate students. The Nesbitt, Carrasco, Unzueta Border Crossing Scholarship is a $1000.00 award that will be offered to a UIC student who is engaged in activism that transcends borders and boundaries of identity, geography, and disciplines. This activism includes but is not limited to: immigration reform, international movement building, and/or transnational solidarity efforts.
  
  All UIC undergraduate students in good academic standing are eligible.
  
  Application Materials:
  
  -Nomination letter (2-3 pages) from a UIC faculty or staff member
  
  -Student personal statement (1page)
  
  -A copy of student transcripts
  
  Students may self-nominate and must submit contact information for 2 people who can serve as recommenders in addition to the application materials listed above.
  
  The deadline for nominations is February 2, 2015. Please submit all application materials to Emily Williams at emilywil@uic.edu
  
  For more information, visit SJI's website.
  
  http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/sji/scholarshipinfo.html 

• Want to go abroad to study, research, or teach English after graduation? Fulbright Info Session, Thurs. 4/23

  Apr 22, 2015 5:00 pm82 views

  Immediately after World War II in 1946, Congress created the Fulbright Program, to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange. Students participate in English teaching or a self-designed program of study that can include research, university coursework, art projects, language study and more. The grants are available to over 150 countries, and generally provide round-trip transportation, language or orientation courses, maintenance for the academic year, and supplemental health and accident insurance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who hold a BA or BS by the beginning of the grant period. The UIC deadline will be early in the Fall semester of 2015 for the 2016-17 year, so now is the perfect time for Juniors to start exploring the option!

  Fulbright Fellowship Panel of UIC alumni winners
  Wednesday, April 22/ 12:30pm /650 University Hall
  Lunch will be provided.  RSVP is required at ssp@uic.edu.

  Fulbright Student Award Information Session
  Thursday, April 23/ 3:00pm / 850 University Hall 

  Begin your research now…Fulbright Student Award: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/  

  Questions?  Contact Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu. 

• SMART Scholarships for STEM Fields, Due 12/15

  Dec 1, 2014 4:00 pm82 views

  SMART Scholarship – for students pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be employed upon degree completion at a Department of Defense facility. Scholarships awarded include a stipend of $25,000 to $38,000 a year, full tuition, health insurance contribution, and book allowance. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Deadline: December 15, website: http://smart.asee.org

• Truman, Pickering, McKelvie and other public service scholarships Info Session, Fri. 10/7

  Oct 5, 2016 8:30 am83 views

  If you are interested in a career in public service, the Truman, Pickering, McKelvie, and other public service scholarships offer opportunities for professional and personal growth and financial support.  Attend the upcoming information session to learn more!

  Truman and Public Service Scholarships session Friday, October 7 in 2550 UH at 12pm

  You will learn about the Truman, Pickering, McKelvie and other public service scholarships and more about how the Office of Special Scholarship Programs can help you apply.

  If you have questions or cannot attend the session, please reach out to Beth Powers at bpowers@uic.edu.

• Honors College Study Abroad Scholarship, Due Fri. 3/21

  Mar 19, 2014 5:30 pm84 views

  The UIC Honors College offers two scholarships for students to help defray costs associated with participation in international study. Students may submit one application to be considered for both awards; however, students may only be awarded one Honors College Study Abroad Scholarship. 

  FLAHERTY SCHOLARSHIP: Flaherty Scholarships for study abroad are made possible by a gift from the estate of Gloria Flaherty, former professor of German at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Flaherty Scholarships are available in awards ranging from $500 to $1,500 to students applying for summer, semester, or full academic year international study programs. Scholarships awarded in Spring 2014 can be used for Summer or Fall 2014 semester programs. Please note that students may only receive the Flaherty Scholarships for one study abroad experience.
  
  DEAN'S SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDY ABROAD: The UIC Honors College offers Dean's Scholarships for Study Abroad to promote international educational experiences to a broad range of students. Students from diverse backgrounds and/or with demonstrated financial need are encouraged to apply. Dean's Scholarships for Study Abroad are available in awards ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 to students applying for summer, semester or full academic year international study programs. Scholarships awarded in Spring 2014 can be used for Summer or Fall 2014 semester programs.
  
  To be eligible to apply for both the Flaherty Scholarship and the Dean's Scholarship for Study Abroad, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Apply to a study abroad program endorsed by the UIC campus
  • Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.40
  • Be in good standing in the Honors College
  • Have demonstrated financial need (Dean's Scholarship ONLY)

  **Application Deadline:  5:00 PM on Friday, March 21, 2014**  Apply online at https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/2154002 . 

  For more information, contact Sheena Miller, Study Abroad Scholarship Specialist, at sheena@uic.edu or 312-413-4954

• LAS Scholarships - Deadline Approaching, Tues. 3/21

  Mar 8, 2017 2:15 pm85 views

• NSEP Boren Scholarships for studying languages abroad, Apply by 1/15

  Jan 11, 2017 12:00 pm86 views

  Boren Scholarships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded.Boren Scholars represent a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to work in the federal national security arena. In exchange for funding, Boren Scholars commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.  Click on the post for more information.

• UIC Scholarship Opportunities (Applications due January 20)

  Nov 5, 2019 9:00 pm86 views

• 2016-2017 WLRC/CAN Tuition Award

  Nov 11, 2016 8:30 am86 views

  We are pleased to announce that financial awards towards tuition* are being awarded for undergraduate study at UIC for the Spring 2017 academic semester.  We at the Women’s Leadership and Resource Center/Campus Advocacy Network want to recognize students that have made significant contributions to the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or who have triumphed over personal experiences within these areas. The goal of this award is to support women in their educational pursuits who have a great deal of financial need that is not being met by financial aid or loans. 

  We invite you to apply and to be considered for this tuition award.  A student must meet the following qualifications:

  Must be a full time undergraduate degree seeking student who meets the requirements of UIC’s SAP policy. Please visit http://www.uic.edu/depts/financialaid/sap_policy.shtml for the details of this policy.Must not have completed their degree requirements for graduation or already have earned a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be continuing UIC undergraduate students who have attended UIC for at least one semester.Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must qualify for Illinois resident tuition.Must complete the 2016-2017 FAFSA and have financial need as determined by the FAFSA.Applicants should have demonstrated both leadership and involvement in the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or have had personal experiences within these areas.

  If you are interested in applying, please visit https://wlrc.uic.edu/2016-2017-wlrc-tuition-award/ and complete the application.  The deadline is Friday, November 18, 2016. 

  * This award can only be applied towards tuition costs, excluding fees. For out-of-state students, the maximum tuition award will only cover the amount equivalent to in-state tuition.  The student will be responsible for the remaining balance.

• Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest, Due 7/31

  Jun 10, 2015 3:45 pm89 views

  Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest The scholarship essay contest is designed for students who are FULL TIME, undergraduate students in an AMERICAN COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY during the Spring 2015 semester. The July 31 deadline is designed to give these students time to finish their essays, if need be, after final exams. You do not have to be an American citizen, but you do need to be attending an AMERICAN COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY during the eligibility period. For more eligibility and requirements visit: http://www.thelincolnforum.org/scholarship-essay-contest.php Deadline: July 31, 2015

• Women's Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Award, Due Fri. 9/12

  Sep 8, 2014 6:15 pm89 views

  We are pleased to announce that financial awards towards tuition* are being awarded for undergraduate study at UIC for the 2014-2015 academic year.  We at the Women’s Leadership and Resource Center want to recognize students that have made significant contributions to the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or who have triumphed over personal experiences within these areas. The goal of this award is to support women in their educational pursuits who have a great deal of financial need that is not being met by financial aid or loans. 

  We invite you to apply and to be considered for this tuition award.  A student must meet the following qualifications:

  • Must be a full time undergraduate degree seeking student who meets the requirements of UIC’s SAP policy. Please visit http://www.uic.edu/depts/financialaid/sap_policy.shtml for the details of this policy.
  • Must not have completed their degree requirements for graduation or already have earned a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be continuing UIC undergraduate students who have attended UIC for at least one semester.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must qualify for Illinois resident tuition.

  • Must complete the 2014-2015 FAFSA and have financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
  • Applicants should have demonstrated both leadership and involvement in the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community or have had personal experiences within these areas.

  If you are interested in applying, please fill out the attached application form and return it by mail, in person or by email to the UIC Women’s Leadership and Resource Center (M/C 363), Room 285, Roosevelt Road Building, Parking Lot Entrance, 728 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60607 or wlrc@uic.edu.  The application deadline is Friday, September 12, 2014. 

  You will be notified about the status of your application by September 26, 2014 the latest.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 312-413-1025. 

  * This award can only be applied towards tuition costs, excluding fees. For out-of-state students, the maximum tuition award will only cover the amount equivalent to in-state tuition.  The student will be responsible for the remaining balance.

• College of Engineering Scholarship Fund – Applications Due: Feb 28

  Feb 14, 2019 2:15 pm90 views

• Lithuanian Scholarship Opportunity – Application Deadline: Nov 30

  Nov 13, 2018 2:30 pm90 views

• Pat Tillman Scholarship - Accepting Applications until March 1st, 2017

  Feb 10, 2017 2:45 pm92 views

• Urban Public Policy Fellowship (UPPF) Program Accepting Applications through FRIDAY, MAY 19

  May 17, 2017 12:15 pm92 views
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  Fulbright Week - General Information Session (with food!) at the Honors College – April 19

  Apr 17, 2018 3:15 pm93 views

• PanHellenic Scholarship Application, due 02/01/2016

  Dec 18, 2015 1:30 pm93 views

  The PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible undergraduate students of Hellenic descent for its awards.

  The Foundation will offer $250,000 in scholarships to support the educational pursuits of exceptional young people. The application deadline is February 1, 2016. Scholarship awards are offered at two levels:

  Twenty (20) Awards of $10,000 each based on academic achievement and financial need. Two out of the twenty $10,000 awards will be offered exclusively to music and arts majors. Twenty (20) Awards of $2,500 each based solely on academic achievement.

  Apply now. Call 312 357 6432 with questions.

   

• Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund, Applications Due Jan. 9

  Jan 5, 2015 9:45 am94 views

  The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) provides college scholarships to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) with financial need. 

  Award Amount: $2,500 - $15,000
  Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2015 at 11:59pm EST

  Minimum Eligibility Criteria:

  • Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census
  • Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply
  • Be enrolling as an undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2015. Please read the scholarships by supporter details below for specific eligibility requirements regarding the academic standing required for each scholarship.
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED
  • Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Submit one letter of recommendation online.

  Learn more and apply at: http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html

• Honors College Student Engagement Grant Available

  Feb 13, 2014 11:15 am94 views

  Will you be involved in community service or leadership activities on- or off-campus this year?  Do you have a novel idea for an innovative engagement project that will positively impact others?  Apply for an Honors College Student Engagement Grant to help you on your way.  

  Through the generosity of donors, the UIC Honors College is able to offer financial awards to encourage enriching educational experiences that complement students' academic experience.  Grants will typically be $500 or less, but students may request a higher amount when a suitable and compelling rationale is provided.  Costs that may qualify for support might include (but are not limited to): supplies for engaged activities and projects, registration fees and travel for leadership conferences, costs associated with volunteer work, costs associated with the design construction and implementation of technology aimed at solving societal problems, materials for a meaningful event, or start-up funds for a new service-oriented student organization. 

  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the year's allotment of funding is depleted.  So the earlier you apply, the better your chances of being funded.  A link to the application can be found below:

  http://www.uic.edu/honors/learning/documents/HCStudentEngagementGrants.pdf   
  

  Feel free to contact any Honors College staff member if you have any questions.
  

• Women’s Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Waiver, Due Fri. 2/14

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  Have you made significant contributions to the movement against domestic violence and sexual assault throughout the UIC campus and/or Chicago community? Or have you triumphed over personal experiences within these areas? If so you are encouraged to apply for the Women’s Leadership and Resource Center Tuition Waiver.  Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2014

• Women in Defense HORIZONS Scholarship, Due 7/15

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  The Women in Defense HORIZONS Scholarship is for female undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields, ultimately interested in a career related to defense and national security.  Applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited university or college, either full-time or part- time.  Undergraduates must have attained at least junior level status (60 credits); minimum 3.25 gpa; must demonstrate financial need; must be a female US citizen.

  Deadline: July 15 Learn more at:http://wid.ndia.org/horizon/Pages/default.aspx 

• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship, Due Fri. 9/9

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  The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is accepting applications from current Junior and Senior Undergraduate students for the Undergraduate UIC Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship. The award is $2,000 for the 2016-2017 academic year. 

  Information about the scholarship and the online application is available through UIC SnAP, the campus-wide scholarship management system. Students must login at uic.academicworks.com and complete the general application before addressing criteria specific to this opportunity.

  The application deadline is Friday, September 9. If you have any questions about this scholarship or the application process, please contact Kara Holloway at (312) 996-7140 or ovcsa@uic.edu.

• Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation Scholarship, Due Thurs. 10/1

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  Each year, the members of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation (ILLCF) select deserving young people of good character and high academic achievement to receive Foundation scholarships to help them achieve their educational objectives. This year, approximately twenty-five scholarships of $2,000 each will be granted to undergraduate college students whose home residence is in Illinois. An application form can be downloaded from the ILLCF web-site (www.illcf.org). The deadline for application is Thursday, October 1, 2015, and scholarships will be awarded on November 20, 2015, during the ILLCF scholarship luncheon at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. 

  See complete details and download the application form at http://illcf.org/scholarship/. 

  For further information about the ILLCF Scholarship Program, contact the office of Jesse H. Ruiz atjesse.ruiz@dbr.com. Please allow 48 to 72 hours for response.

• Lincoln Laureate Nomination Open for Graduating Seniors – Due: Sept 30

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• Fulbright Student Award and Schwarzman Scholarship (Teach, Research, or Study Abroad after graduation!), Info Session 9/3, Application Deadline 9/11

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  As the fall term begins, it's time to think about applying for the Fulbright Student Award and the Schwarzman Scholarship! Both of these awards provide exciting opportunities for going abroad to further your education.  They both seek high achieving, highly motivated students. 

  There is a Fulbright and Schwarzman information session on Thursday, Sept. 3 at noon in 850 UH or you can follow up with one of our staff (below) if you have questions.

  The Fulbright Student Award
  The Fulbright sends students abroad to do a program of study or research in one of around 160 countries OR to teach English for a year in one of over 50 countries. You must have your bachelor's degree before you leave, but you can apply at any point in your life once you have that first degree. The UIC campus deadline is Sept. 11. There is still time to apply! You can find detailed information about the Fulbright at http://us.fulbrightonline.org/fulbright-us-student-program

  Fulbright Study/Research Grant
  You put together a proposal of study or research that would take 10-12 months to perform. Some countries require you to know the language well, others are flexible. Programs of study can include classes, research projects, library work, observations, training in the creative arts, surveys, lab work - in short, anything that would help you study or learn more about your proposed topic.

  The English Teaching Assistantship
  Fulbright also offers students the chance to teach English.  Options exist at the high school, elementary and the college level. Many countries have no language requirement. The English Teaching Assistants (ETA) are generally students who have some teaching experience, and believe that the ETA experience will help to prepare them for what they are doing in the future.

  The Schwarzman Scholarship
  The Schwarzman offers a select group of students the opportunity to earn a one year master’s degree at Tsinghua University in China. Candidates need not be Chinese speakers. Strong candidates will have excellent academic qualifications and an interest in learning about China as well as leadership experience. Enrolled students must be nominated by UIC. UIC’s campus deadline is Sept 14. There is still time to apply! You can find detailed information at http://schwarzmanscholars.org/

  How can I apply?

  If students are interested in any of the awards listed, they should reach out to OSSP staff immediately. Current seniors and alumni are all welcome.

  Fulbright Study/Research Grant –Molly Hildebrand, mhild@uic.edu
  Fulbright ETA –Beth Powers bpowers@uic.edu
  Schwarzman Scholarship –Beth Powers, bpowers@uic.edu

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  Honors College Advisory Board Announcements! Scholarship deadlines, events, and more!

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  CME Group Foundation Scholars Program -Deadline: April 4, 2022

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• NBCUniversal / LNESC Scholarship, Due 7/31

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  The NBCUniversal/LNESC Scholarship Program is intended to assist and encourage outstanding Latino high school seniors and undergraduate students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a U. S. post-secondary institution. The NBCUniversal/LNESC Scholarship Program is sponsored by NBCUniversal and administered by the LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC).

  The NBCUniversal/LNESC Scholarship Program will award ten (10) $5,000 national scholarships to qualified high school seniors and undergraduate students. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent; must have scored 26 or higher on the ACT test, or 1770 or higher on the SAT test (for high school seniors only); AND applied to or be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university.

  Application - Available starting June 15th, 2015  

  Applicants must submit the following by the deadline of July 31st, 2015:

  - Completed and signed application form
  - Official transcript with proof of GPA
  - Copy of ACT or SAT score report (high school seniors only)
  - Admittance verification (high school seniors only)
  - Three letters of recommendation, including a complete telephone number and email address for each reference  

  The application is available via WebDirect. This is a new platform LNESC is launching for the first time.  Applicants must create a new account prior to applying.  If you experience any difficulty or have a question with the online application, please contact scholarships@lnesc.org.

  For additional information and to apply, visit: http://www.lnesc.org/#!nbcuniversal-scholarship/cun4

• Hispanic Scholarship Fund – General College Scholarships, Applications Due Wed. 3/30

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  HSF/ General College Scholarships are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree.

  Scholarships are available on a competitive basis to: Graduating High School Seniors, Community College,  Transfer Students, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students

  Award amounts generally range from $500 to $5,000.

  Eligibility Requirements:
  Must be of Hispanic Heritage
  Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for College and Graduate Students
  Plan to enroll Full-Time in an accredited not-for -profit 4 year university or graduate school during the FALL of scholarship cycle year
  U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligibile Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA)
  Complete FAFSA
  Complete state Dream Act financial aid application (if applicable)

  Other:

  All majors and graduate fields accepted
  Emphasis on STEM majors

  Learn more and apply at https://hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/general-college-scholarships. Application Deadline March 30, 2016.

• Maurice Prize Competition Deadline Wed. 4/16

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  The Maurice Prize Competition is an annual competition for a prize of $5,000, for which all undergraduates at UIC are eligible to compete, using their own creativity and innovation in solving a problem of importance to them, therefore deepening their breadth of knowledge about themselves and their abilities.  Deadline: April 16, 2014.  Learn more at: https://uic.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3DHrdTmXFswN71j

• Upcoming Scholarship Info Sessions: Study Abroad and Critical Language, and Truman / Public Service

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  The Office of Special Scholarship Programs has a variety of scholarship information sessions coming up in the next couple weeks:

  Truman and Public Service SSP Information Session
  Information about various funded opportunities available to students committed to public service
  Thursday, 10/2 at 2pm, 2650 University Hall

  Critical Language and Study Abroad Scholarship Information Session
  Information about funded opportunities for critical language study and exchange
  Thursday, 10/2 at 3pm, 2550 University Hall

  Questions?  Can't attend and want more information?  Contact Sheena Miller at sheena@uic.edu.

  View the full list of Fall 2014 OSSP Info Sessions here: http://www.uic.edu/depts/oaa/ssp/2014%20fall%20scholarship%20information%20sessions%20calendar.pdf.