2024 EIU Scholarships

EIU net price is at $16,174.00 per year and will likely continue climbing like all colleges around the U.S. There are various ways to combat the steep rises in college tuition, and scholarships can be a key ingredient in reducing the overall cost of Eastern Illinois University. EIU awards an average of $23,650.00 to each student, which can help alleviate some of the financial burden. However, most families will need to find other sources of funding to bridge the remaining tuition gap. In addition to the annual tuition, EIU students can expect to pay $N/A in housing costs and $N/A in meal plan costs - if you chose to live in the surrounding area of Charleston, then those costs could be even higher.

93% of full-time students receive local or institutional grants with an average award size of $8,497.00. Furthermore, 52% of students receive federal grants with an average amount of $4,518.00.

The numbers seem bleak and, truthfully, they are for most average American families. Luckily, the scholarships below are open to Eastern Illinois University students, with the goal of helping to afford a college education. Some scholarships may be specifically provided by EIU while others are open to EIU students, though not exclusive to Eastern Illinois University.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Eastern Illinois University students?

There are 26 scholarships totaling $52,968.00 available to residents. You can easily browse through all 26 scholarships below.

What types of scholarships are available for Eastern Illinois University students?

Each scholarship below may have different requirements and guidelines. While some of the Eastern Illinois University scholarships can only be used for specific purposes, many of them can be used for all types of expenses including supplies, tuition, room and board and more. Furthermore, this list can include Eastern Illinois University study abroad scholarships, Eastern Illinois University transfer scholarships, and Eastern Illinois University merit scholarships.

Are these scholarships for EIU study abroad?

At least a few of these scholarships below can be put toward EIU study abroad. If the scholarship does not specify a specific purpose or use of funds, then it is most likely eligible. You can double-check with the scholarship provider to confirm.

What scholarships are available to EIU transfer students?

The ScholarshipPoints and Scholarship Owl scholarships, at least, are open to Eastern Illinois University transfer students and the funds can be put toward all types of expenses. EIU transfer students face the same financial pressures as normal students, and scholarships providers are well-aware of the need for EIU transfer scholarships.

Are these EIU scholarships limited by major?

You’ll need to check each scholarship’s own guidelines to determine if it is restricted to a specific major. However, most scholarships in this database are open to all students - some scholarships may only be open to certain students based on geographic criteria or areas of interest but they should be clearly marked. Whether you’re a nursing student, honors student, engineering major, or studying another discipline, chances are you’ll find at least 1 scholarship for you.

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Merit Recognition Scholarship
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen and a resident of Illinois who ranks in the top 5% of their class at the end of the seventh semester. Applicant must attend an approved Illinois post-secondary institution as an undergraduate on at least a part-time basis, comply with Selective Service...
Deadline:
October 1
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Illinois Future Teacher Corps Scholarship
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen and a legal resident of Illinois. Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a part-time basis as an undergraduate in a qualified teacher education program at an approved Illinois institution in a teacher shortage discipline. Preference is given...
Deadline:
March 1
$10,000.00
Monetary Award
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be an Illinois resident who is attending an Illinois school. FAFSA and financial need are required.
Deadline:
October 1
$4,968.00
Illinois Incentive for Access
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must demonstrate financial need, complete FAFSA, and attend an approved Illinois school.
Deadline:
October 1
$500.00
Illinois Veteran Grant
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces and attend an Illinois public university or community college.
Deadline:
October 1
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Illinois National Guard Grant
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must have proof of current service in the National Guard and attend an Illinois public university or community college.
Deadline:
October 1
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Grant Program for Descendants of Police, Fire, or Correctional Officers
Sponsor:
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Applicant must be the descendant of a police, fire, or correctional officer killed or disabled in the line of duty and attend an approved Illinois school.
Deadline:
October 1
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Lulu Craig Collier Scholarship
Sponsor:
Eastern Illinois University
Applicant must be a graduating senior from a Coles County high school who is in the top 25 percent of their graduating class and plans to attend Eastern Illinois University.
Deadline:
February 1
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Danforth Language Fund
Sponsor:
Eastern Illinois University
Applicant must be an undergraduate at Eastern Illinois University.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,000.00
Ardath Louise Fogelsanger History Scholarship
Sponsor:
Eastern Illinois University
Applicant must be an upper division major who demonstrates a love for and dedication to the study of history and is selected through a nomination process.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,000.00
International Student Scholarship
Sponsor:
Eastern Illinois University
Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement and/or financial need. Minimum 2.75 GPA (3.0 graduate) required.
Deadline:
February 1
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Accountancy Advisory Board Endowment
Sponsor:
Eastern Illinois University
Applicant must be a student of record accepted into the accounting program at Eastern Illinois University. Minimum 3.2 GPA required.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,000.00
William E. Adams Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
Eastern Illinois University
Applicant must be a full-time student at Eastern Illinois University minoring in pre-law (or majoring if History, if pre-law is not an option). Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
February 14
$3,000.00
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