Illinois Association for Gifted Children — IAGC Distinguished Student Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial support for high school students in Illinois to explore, expand, or experience talent development opportunities.
Key facts
- Funder
- Illinois Association for Gifted Children
- Status
- Upcoming
- Next deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Amount
- $1,000
- Who can apply
- Students
- Where
- IL
- Topics
- Arts, STEM
- Official page
- https://www.iagcgifted.org/student-scholarship
- Apply
- https://www.iagcgifted.org/student-scholarship#Scholarship_App
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
About this funding
LOCAL ONLY — Illinois Only. The IAGC Distinguished Student Scholarship provides up to $1,000 to support students in grades 9 through 12. It is intended to support opportunities for talent development in areas such as visual or performing arts, academic achievement, STEM innovation, or service and leadership. Funds can be used for summer camps, enrichment classes, tutoring, mentoring, special materials, or competitions. Financial need is a consideration for applicants.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be a student in Illinois.
Applicants must be currently in grades 9 - 12.
Applicants must have a passion to participate in an advanced, enrichment, or talent development opportunity during 2027.
How to apply
Applicants must complete the Google Form application, which can be done by the student, parent/guardian, or both. The application requires including the intended purpose of the scholarship funds, a statement of financial need, and optional supporting examples. A letter of recommendation from a teacher or mentor and an example of previous project/schoolwork related to talent or aspirations must also be attached and submitted.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for Illinois Association for Gifted Children — IAGC Distinguished Student Scholarship?
Students
How much funding does Illinois Association for Gifted Children — IAGC Distinguished Student Scholarship offer?
$1,000
When is the Illinois Association for Gifted Children — IAGC Distinguished Student Scholarship deadline?
February 15, 2027
How do I apply for Illinois Association for Gifted Children — IAGC Distinguished Student Scholarship?
Applicants must complete the Google Form application, which can be done by the student, parent/guardian, or both. The application requires including the intended purpose of the scholarship funds, a statement of financial need, and optional supporting examples. A letter of recommendation from a teacher or mentor and an example of previous project/schoolwork related to talent or aspirations must also be attached and submitted.