Scholarships in Illinois - State and Metro Awards

Scholarships in Illinois

Illinois mixes statewide grant programs with private funds tied to Chicago industry, downstate manufacturing chapters, and major public universities. The guides below cover awards that require enrollment at an Illinois college, residency rules from the funder, or membership in a local professional chapter.

Chapter 31 Peoria Scholarship 2027 - Illinois

The Chapter 31 Peoria Scholarship from the SME Education Foundation supports undergraduates pursuing manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field at Bradley University in Peoria or Illinois State University in Normal. You need a 3.0 GPA. Preference goes to North Central Peoria Chapter 31 members and their families, then Illinois Central College transfer students, then SME Student Chapter members. Apply through scholarships.smeef.org between 1 November 2026 and 1 February 2027; published listings show about $1,000 for tuition, fees, or books.

Illinois · Partial Funding · Undergraduate View guide →

Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

135 days left