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Scholarships

President's Scholarship Fall 2025

The President's Scholarship is the most prestigious award offered at ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ Illinois University.Ìý Awards are determined by a selection committee that considers academic merit, demonstrated leadership ability and community engagement as factors in the selection process.Ìý President's Scholars receive scholarships to cover full tuition, student fees, a double residence hall room and meal plan not covered by other scholarships.Ìý

What are the requirements for Incoming Fall 2025 students?

  • 4.00+ GPA
  • Enroll in the Centennial Honors College
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and community engagement

Is this scholarship renewable?

  • Yes, for an additional three years (six semesters) of continuous undergraduate study
  • Maintain a 3.4 or higher cumulative GPA at WIU

What else do I need to know?

  • Scholarships will be disbursed in equal amounts between the fall and spring semesters
  • Total financial aid and scholarships cannot exceed the total cost of attendance for ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ Illinois University
  • Scholarships are subject to the availability of funds

How to Apply

  • Priority deadline to apply for admission to the University: November 15, 2024. Applicants after November 15 may not be admitted in time to apply separately for the scholarship.
  • Deadline to apply for the scholarship: December 15, 2024
  • Complete the General Scholarship and the President's Scholarship Application in the Scholarship Portal