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NEIU builds financial aid packages with two types of scholarship awards — need- and merit-based. We use the information included in your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid to determine need-based awards, including both scholarships and grants. We then assess your grades, test scores and other criteria for merit- and talent-based programs.

To optimize your financial aid award, we encourage you to complete the NEIU Scholarship Application along with your FAFSA® or Alternative Application and apply to both institutional and outside scholarship programs.

Å·²©ÓÎÏ·¹ÙÍø Illinois University steadfastly strives to improve access to an excellent education and creates a path toward social mobility, uplifting individuals and communities across the Chicago area in the process. We support our diverse student body’s endeavors through enriching, in-demand academic programs, affordable tuition and scholarships that meet their financial needs and recognize their talents.

As you complete your FAFSA® or Alternative Application, explore scholarships open to incoming freshmen, transfers and graduate students and their respective requirements and deadlines.

NEIU Scholarships

You’ve worked hard to get where you are. Your journey, however, isn’t over. With funds from the NEIU Foundation, supported by contributions from University alumni, faculty, staff and friends, and awards from our colleges, our institutional scholarships both recognize your persistence and foster your success, no matter if you’re about to start college, transferring with an associate degree, are returning for a master’s or are looking beyond your military service.

Review all criteria, application information and deadlines for each scholarship awarded.

See where your talents lead you. We encourage all prospective and current students to explore outside sources of aid, including scholarships related to demographics, program of study, leadership or other characteristics. Review the resources we have compiled below to get started:

NEIU nurtures the strengths and goals of all students, including through scholarships rewarding their achievements and assisting with the cost of our already-affordable tuition. The Scholarship Office promotes and awards University funds and collaborates with the Financial Aid Office to lessen the financial burden that prevents many individuals from accessing higher education and a meaningful career.

Contact the Scholarship Office

Have questions about available scholarships, deadlines or completing your application? Contact us for additional information and resources:

Scholarship Office

Phone: (773) 442-4606
Email: scholarships@neiu.edu