Grants for Technology-related or Engineering-focused Students in Illinois (USA)
GrantID: 19593
Grant Funding Amount Low: $595
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $10,000
Summary
This opportunity offers flexible financial support for students in the United States who are nearing completion of a technology-related or engineering-focused degree. It is designed for individuals who are close to graduating but who may be facing unexpected financial barriers that place their final semesters at risk. The funding is not a loan, and recipients are not required to repay it. Instead, the support is meant to help students overcome real-life challenges that traditional financial aid rarely covers.
Awards vary based on need and academic progress. Some students may receive smaller amounts to address sudden emergencies, while others may qualify for larger awards that can reach several thousand dollars. In many cases, total support can range from a few hundred dollars up to around ten thousand dollars for those closest to completing their degree or professional certification. Assistance may be available for tuition gaps, living expenses, transportation issues, technology needs, healthcare costs, or other personal obstacles that could otherwise interrupt a student’s ability to graduate on time.
Although the program is national, it focuses specifically on individuals pursuing fields connected to computing, engineering, data, and other science-based disciplines. Eligibility generally centers on students in their final stages of study, whether at a community college or a four-year institution. The application process is streamlined so that students may be matched to several potential funding options through a single entry point.
The overall intent of the funding is to ensure that talented students are not forced to abandon their goals due to temporary or unexpected financial stress. By supporting the “last stretch” of a student’s educational journey, the program aims to help individuals move successfully into high-demand career fields and improve economic stability for themselves, their families, and their communities.
This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Illinois that are actively involved in Financial Assistance. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.
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