Civic Engagement Scholarship

$2,000 per year, renewable during your undergraduate career.

Eligibility

The Civic Engagement Scholarship recognizes freshman and transfer students who are committed to civic engagement and community service.

  • Admission

    Admitted to the University as a freshman or transfer for summer or fall.

  • Service Hours

    100+ community service hours since beginning high school

Scholarship Process

  • Apply to the University by priority deadline
  • Submit your scholarship application by February 1—we’ll send it to admitted students beginning in December
  • Award winners are announced in early spring

Renewal

Freshmen

  • Renewable up to three additional years
  • Continuous enrollment with 12+ hours

Transfers

  • Renewable for one additional year
  • Continuous enrollment with 12+ hours

Civic Engagement

Civic Engagement is a core value at Illinois State. Through community service, activism, and political engagement, Redbirds make the world a better place.

Apply Today

To apply for any of the scholarships listed that you are eligible for, submit your application for admission to Illinois State University. It's that easy!