On Campus Scholarships
Latino Resource Center Scholarship Application *On hold until further notice*
Jose Carrillo Scholarship Application
Monarch Butterfly Scholarship Application
ROTC: Illinois State Tuition Waiver
ROTC is a college based leadership program that teaches Military Science as an elective while the Student/Cadet continues to pursue their degree of choice. Students may enter the program with no military experience, and/or be prior service. Students interested can join with no military obligation for the first 2 years, get 100% tuition paid, receive opportunities to attend paid Army Training, and learn leadership skills.
CSU Merit Scholarships for New Incoming Students
Chicago State University recognizes the importance of quality education and is dedicated to helping students achieve their higher education goals. To help in this effort, Chicago State University offers merit-based scholarships to academically talented students. Merit Scholarships are automatically awarded to qualified students who apply for early admission. A paid fee of $50 secures the scholarship offer. Scholarships are available based on funding availability.
Chicago Regional College Program (CRCP)
CRCP has a unique partnership between Chicago State University and UPS (United Parcel Service) to earn money to pay for college. Whether you’re taking a few classes or going to graduate school at CSU, CRCP supports your education. Students interested can get employed part-time by UPS, receive tuition, fees, and book benefits, monthly bonuses, and transportation allowance.
The University Foundation of Chicago State
The University Foundation of Chicago State provides scholarship opportunities for students who demonstrate high potential in academic and community service work. Visit their web site for additional information.
College Work-Study Program
Students eligible for this program can apply to part-time jobs while enrolled at CSU and earn money to help pay education expenses. Jobs are available on campus or off campus with nonprofit organizations or public agencies. Undocumented and DACAmented students are not eligible.
Presidential Scholars Program
The Presidential Scholars Program recruits academically talented students who have demonstrated leadership ability, maintained a 3.35 cumulative grade point average and an ACT score of 20 and higher. A limited number of tuition awards are available to incoming freshman. Awards are also available to sophomores, juniors and college transfer students. Applicants are required to apply for state and federal financial aid, but financial need is not a requirement for receipt of this award.
Third-Party Scholarship Websites
Third-party scholarships offer a beneficial source of funding to help you cover your educational expenses at CSU. There are many local, regional, and national organizations that provide scholarships and grant dollars to students pursuing higher education. To obtain details about the scholarships, click on the links below to be taken directly to the grantor's website. If you have questions regarding eligibility requirements, please contact the scholarship grantor's directly.
Additional Scholarship Databases