Army National Guard Dependent Scholarship
Scholarship for a dependent of an Illinois Army National Guard Service Member
NGAI awards a $2,500 scholarships to a dependent of an Illinois Army National Guard Soldier of any rank, seeking an undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate degree. The applicant must be a full-time student.
The application period for this scholarship is March 15, 2024.
Air National Guard Dependent Scholarship
Scholarship for a dependent of an Illinois Air National Guard Service Member
NGAI awards a $2,500 scholarships to a dependent of an Illinois Air National Guard Airman of any rank, seeking an undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate degree. The applicant must be a full-time student.
The application period for this scholarship is March 15, 2024.
National Guard Dependent At-Large Scholarship
Scholarship for a dependent of an Member of the Illinois National Guard from either branch of service
NGAI awards a $2,500 scholarships to a dependent of an Illinois National Guard Soldier or Airman, from either branch of service, seeking an undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate degree. The applicant must be a full-time student.
The application period for this scholarship is March 15, 2024.
Enlisted Only National Guard Dependent At-Large Scholarship
Scholarship for a dependent of an Enlisted Member of the Illinois National Guard from either branch of service
NGAI awards a $1,500 scholarships to a dependent of an Illinois National Guard Enlisted Soldier or Airman, from either branch of service, seeking an undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate degree. The applicant must be a full-time student.
The application period for this scholarship is March 15, 2024.
NGAUS/NGEF Scholarships
Columbia Southern University Scholarship
for active annual and active life members. The scholarship will cover up to $32,700 in one online degree program. If selected for the scholarship, the recipient may also elect to transfer the scholarship to their spouse or dependent. Deadline: July 1, 2024
AFBA/NGAUS Active Life Member Scholarship
for active life members, opens March 1, 2024. Awards $5,000 to two Active Life members or their dependents.
The Van Hipp Heroes Scholarship Fund
for Guardsmen wounded in action since 9/11 – DEADLINE: July 1, 2024
USAA Guardian Scholarship Fund
EANGUS Scholarships
CSM Virgil R. Williams
A scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded to EANGUS members or dependents. Total number of scholarships will be based on contributions to the program. This scholarship is for an undergraduate degree, and previous winners can not apply. Money is paid directly to the school you are attending and goes towards tuition expenses.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
1. llinois National Guard Grant
100% Tuition at Illinois state schools for Guardsmen thru ING Grant
What is the Illinois National Guard (ING) Grant?
Authorized in Illinois statute by the Higher Education Student Assistance Act (110 ILCS 947/), the Illinois National Guard Grant pays college tuition and certain fees (registration, graduation, general activity, matriculation, and term fees) for eligible applicants.
How do you qualify for the National Guard grant in Illinois?
Have completed one full year of service in the Illinois National Guard. Be enrolled at an Illinois public 2- or 4-year college. Not be in default on any educational loan or, if in default, have reinstated eligibility in accordance with ISAC Rules. Not owe a refund on any state or federal grant.
