Available scholarships at University of Illinois?

I'm considering applying to the University of Illinois, and I'm wondering about scholarship opportunities they offer. Does anyone know what types of scholarships are available and what I need to do to apply for them?

The University of Illinois offers a variety of scholarship opportunities for incoming students. They have both merit-based scholarships and need-based scholarships.

Merit-based scholarships typically depend on a student's academic performance in high school. These can include things like high GPA, strong SAT or ACT scores, or outstanding achievements in extracurricular activities. For these kinds of scholarships, you often don't need to apply separately; your application for admission will usually serve as your scholarship application as well.

Need-based scholarships are determined based on the financial need of the student and their family. These often require students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or, for international students, the International Student Financial Aid Application (ISFAA).

Beyond these, there might be other scholarships tied to specific colleges within the university or targeted toward specific demographics or fields of study. These might have their specific application requirements and deadlines, so it would be wise to check the scholarship pages for the specific colleges within the University of Illinois you're interested in.

Lastly, don't forget to check if you're eligible for any outside scholarships and grants that could also be applied toward your expenses at the University of Illinois. You can search for these through various online scholarship databases, like Appily, or your high school guidance counselor's office.

As a final piece of advice, make sure you're meeting all deadlines, whether it's for financial aid applications or specific scholarship applications. Deadlines can vary and missing one could mean missing out on potentially significant aid.