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    Illinois scholarships and grants

    We list 89 verified Illinois programs for residents. The largest, Bernard (Duke) Gawne Scholarship, pays up to $4,000. Next deadline: Vernon “Butch” Gudat Scholarship Fund, Dec 1, 2026. Federal grants are listed on the main scholarship page.

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

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    Illinois programs

    89 scholarships

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