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Northern Illinois University (NIU) is a public research university located in DeKalb, Illinois. Through its MyScholarships portal, NIU provides scholarship opportunities to support students across various academic programs including biology, political science, music, visual and performing arts, STEM fields, and more. The university offers financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in diverse disciplines.
Funding Opportunities
Joel Wilcoxen NIU Steelband Scholarship
The Joel Wilcoxen NIU Steelband Scholarship provides scholarship support for students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Steelpan Studies in the School of Music at Northern Illinois University who have financial need. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application. This scholarship is designed to support students studying steelpan music, a specialized area within the School of Music. The award amount varies and students must demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this scholarship opportunity.
William Kalber Marching Band Student Scholarship
The William Kalber Marching Band Student Scholarship provides scholarship support to students who have participated in the Huskie Marching Band for at least one year. This scholarship is offered through Northern Illinois University and is funded by Mr. Stephen W. Kalber. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. The scholarship recognizes and supports students who have demonstrated commitment to the Huskie Marching Band program.
Ruth Ashelford Pollock NIU Athletics Bands Endowed Scholarship Fund
The Ruth Ashelford Pollock NIU Athletics Bands Endowed Scholarship Fund provides scholarship support for students who participate as members in NIU Athletics Bands. This endowed scholarship is named in honor of Ruth Ashelford Pollock and supports students at Northern Illinois University who are active members of the athletic bands program. The scholarship helps offset educational costs for band members who contribute to the athletic events through their musical performances.
Paul Busija Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Paul Busija Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarship assistance to students at Northern Illinois University who are members of the Huskie Band. The scholarship is based on academic success and recognizes students who demonstrate spirit and pride in their participation with the university band. This memorial scholarship honors Paul Busija and is funded by his family and friends. Recipients are automatically considered through the completion of the General Application in the university's scholarship system.
NIU Alumni Marching Band Scholarship
The NIU Alumni Marching Band Scholarship provides financial support to Northern Illinois University students who are active members of the NIU Huskie Marching Band. This scholarship recognizes students' participation and contribution to the university's marching band program. Applicants are automatically considered for this scholarship upon completion of the General Application through the university's scholarship portal, making the application process streamlined for eligible band members.
Joseph and Rosemarie Cerrone NIU Marching Band Scholarship
The Joseph and Rosemarie Cerrone NIU Marching Band Scholarship provides financial support to selected students who are full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate students at Northern Illinois University. Eligible students must have participated for at least one year in the Huskie Marching Band. Financial need may be considered as part of the selection criteria. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the NIU scholarship system.
Huskie Marching Band Scholarship for Returning Students
The Huskie Marching Band Scholarship for Returning Students is designed to provide financial support to returning members of the Northern Illinois University marching band program. This scholarship recognizes the commitment and contributions of students who participate in the Huskie Marching Band, Drumline, Color Guard, or Dance Team. The award amount varies and is intended to help offset educational costs for students who continue their involvement in the university's marching band program. Priority consideration is given to applications submitted by April 1, though the final deadline extends to July 31, 2026. Applicants must be or plan to become active members of one of the marching band ensembles, with auditions potentially required for certain positions.
Huskie Marching Band Scholarship for Incoming Students
The Huskie Marching Band Scholarship provides tuition assistance for new and continuing Huskie Marching Band members who demonstrate exceptional talent. This scholarship is specifically designed for students participating in the Huskie Marching Band, Drumline, Color Guard, or Dance Team at Northern Illinois University. An audition is required for all applicants to demonstrate their musical or performance abilities. The scholarship recognizes talented musicians and performers who will contribute to the university's marching band program. Priority consideration is given to applications submitted by specified deadlines, with wind and brass instruments having a priority deadline of April 6, and all applications having a priority deadline of May 1. The award amount varies based on talent and need.
Sydney Smith Memorial
The Sydney Smith Memorial Scholarship provides financial support for students in the Theatre Arts Department at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship is designed to assist students pursuing their studies in theatre arts. Applicants are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the Northern Illinois University scholarship portal. The scholarship supports students who demonstrate commitment to their theatre arts education and career goals.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Incoming Students (Theatre BA)
This tuition scholarship program is designed for incoming Theatre BA students at Northern Illinois University. The award is administered through the School of Theatre and Dance and provides tuition assistance for students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre. Applicants must have submitted required materials including a resume, letter of recommendation, and an essay question about their activities in the past year. Students are automatically considered for this award upon completion of the General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Incoming Students (Design/Tech)
This tuition program is offered by Northern Illinois University's School of Theatre and Dance specifically for incoming students focused on Design/Tech specializations. The scholarship provides financial support for tuition costs and is available to students who demonstrate commitment and experience in theatre design and technical production. Applicants must submit a resume, letter of recommendation, and an essay describing their activities in the past year. Students will be automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Incoming Students (Dance Performance)
The School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program provides financial support for incoming students pursuing dance performance at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship opportunity is designed to assist students who demonstrate commitment and excellence in dance. Applicants must have submitted a resume, letter of recommendation, and answered an essay question about their activities in the past year. The award amount varies based on qualifications and available funding. Students are automatically considered for this opportunity based on their completed General Application through the NIU scholarship portal.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Incoming Students (Acting)
The School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program provides financial support for incoming students pursuing acting at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship program is designed to support new students entering the theatre and dance program with a focus on acting. Applicants must demonstrate their qualifications through a resume, letter of recommendation, and an essay describing their activities in the past year. Students are automatically considered for this award upon completion of the General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Current Students (Theatre BA)
This is a tuition scholarship program offered by the School of Theatre and Dance at Northern Illinois University specifically for current students enrolled in the Theatre BA program. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. The award amount varies depending on available funding and student qualifications.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Current Students (Design/Tech)
The School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program provides tuition support for current students specializing in Design/Tech at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship program is designed to assist students enrolled in the School of Theatre and Dance with their educational expenses. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Current Students (Dance Performance)
This tuition program is offered by Northern Illinois University's School of Theatre and Dance specifically for current students focusing on Dance Performance. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal. The program provides financial support for tuition costs to eligible dance performance students enrolled at NIU.
School of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Current Students (Acting)
This is a tuition assistance program for current students in the Acting program at Northern Illinois University's School of Theatre and Dance. Applicants must have submitted a resume and answered an essay question about their activities in the past year. Students will be automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship system. The award amount varies depending on available funding and student qualifications.
Sarah Siddons Society Scholarship
The Sarah Siddons Society Scholarship provides annual support to fund School of Theatre and Dance scholarships to promising theatre arts students at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship opportunity is designed to support students pursuing their education and career goals in theatre arts. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the NIU scholarship system.
Sally Stevens Scholarships in the Arts for the School of Theatre and Dance
The Sally Stevens Scholarships in the Arts for the School of Theatre and Dance provides financial assistance to talented rising senior students in music, art and theatre arts at Northern Illinois University's College of Visual and Performing Arts. This scholarship supports outstanding students who demonstrate talent and dedication in the performing and visual arts disciplines. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application, making the application process streamlined for eligible students. The scholarship aims to recognize and support artistic excellence among students pursuing degrees in theatre, dance, music, and art at NIU.
René LeBeau Memorial Endowed Scholarship
The René LeBeau Memorial Endowed Scholarship provides scholarship support for undergraduate students who are dance performance majors in the Department of Theatre Arts at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship is funded by CPT Al Haynes, family and friends of René LeBeau. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the NIU scholarship system. The award amount varies and is determined annually based on available funds.
Melanie Parks Memorial Scholarship in Costume Design
The Melanie Parks Memorial Scholarship in Costume Design provides scholarship support to incoming or current students studying costume design in the School of Theatre and Dance at Northern Illinois University. This memorial scholarship honors the legacy of Melanie Parks and supports students pursuing their educational goals in the field of costume design. Students are automatically considered for this award based on their completed General Application, making the application process streamlined and accessible.
Lili and John La Tourette Scholarship for Theatre
The Lili and John La Tourette Scholarship for Theatre provides scholarship support to an upper class student at Northern Illinois University, preferably for one working in area of costume design. This scholarship is designed to assist students pursuing theatre studies with a focus on the technical aspects of theatrical production, particularly costume design. Students are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the NIU scholarship portal.
Lila Hellier Dole Dance Scholarship
The Lila Hellier Dole Dance Scholarship provides financial assistance to upper class dance students at Northern Illinois University. This scholarship supports students pursuing Theatre Dance and Physical Education Dance programs. Recipients are automatically considered based on their completed General Application through the NIU scholarship portal. The scholarship aims to support advanced dance students in their academic pursuits and professional development in the field of dance.
Jere Tulk Choreography Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial support to selected students who demonstrate merit through their full body of work in the area of dance choreography and/or have a financial need. All undergraduate students at Northern Illinois University may be considered for this award. Students are automatically considered based on completion of the General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Huskie Service Scholars
Huskie Service Scholars (HSS) is a service-learning program in which eligible freshmen and first-semester transfer students make a difference on campus and in the surrounding community through weekly service activities. Students will be assigned a supportive peer network for a particular campus partner. Students will meet during monthly cohort meetings geared towards professional development, service reflection, and resources available on campus. Only students who are new to NIU are eligible for this program (current NIU students will not be considered). The program requires completion of a minimum of 100 on-site service hours, commitment of 3-4 service hours per week, attendance at biweekly cohort meetings, full-time enrollment (12 credit hours) for both semesters, and maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Upon successful completion of the program, students receive a $1,200 tuition waiver distributed equally for fall and spring semesters.
Adra and Orville Baker Theatre Scholarship Fund
The Adra and Orville Baker Theatre Scholarship Fund provides scholarship support to undergraduate students pursuing theatre arts at Northern Illinois University. The scholarship is designated for students who have achieved at least sophomore status and are majoring in theatre arts. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship based on their completed General Application through the university's scholarship portal.
Steven and Elizabeth Young Family Scholarship for Community College Transfer Students
This scholarship provides financial support for non-NIU charges such as rent, transportation, childcare, food, and other expenses for newly admitted undergraduate Illinois community college transfer students in the College of Business at Northern Illinois University. Applicants must have completed (or be on track to complete before transferring) an AA/AS degree or have satisfied the College of Business fundamentals coursework. The scholarship aims to assist transfer students in covering living expenses and enable them to complete their degree at NIU. The award amount is $6,000.00 and is specifically designed to help community college transfer students who have worked to pay for their education.
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- Total Funding Opportunities
- 152
- Active Now
- 27
- Source Domain
- niu.academicworks.com
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