Scholarships have been established through the generosity of businesses, associations and individuals. These scholarships reward student achievement, encourage student leadership and accomplishment, and provide financial assistance.
All awards are based on the availability of funds. Some scholarships provide partial funding for tuition and fees; others provide for additional expenses.
More information is available at local high schools, libraries, and civic organizations. There are many free Web sites that assist students in scholarship searches; check the websites listed below.
Check Out Private Scholarships
The Federal Trade Commission has information to help students guard against scams. The Enrollment Center offers a limited sample of outside scholarships available to post-secondary students.
Three scholarships are available each year for students who plan to transfer and enroll in a four-year Illinois college or university ROTC program. Priority is given to students who have a minimum 2.0 GPA and who notify the office of their interest by March 1.
For additional information please contact financialaid@oakton.edu.
Students receiving educational funds from sources outside the College are required to complete the Outside Scholarship Form (below) by:
Submit a completed Outside Scholarship Form (PDF) (157 KB) to Oakton College, Enrollment Center, Room 1860, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016.