Matthews Scholars by University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

Brief Description

The Matthews Scholars program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a highly competitive and prestigious scholarship program that provides academic and financial support to exceptional students, enabling them to reach their full potential and achieve their dreams.

Host Institution(s)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, one of the top-ranked public research universities in the United States, is the proud home of the Matthews Scholars program.

Level/Field of Study

The Matthews Scholars program is open to students pursuing undergraduate studies in any field offered at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Number of Awards

Each year, the program awards 25 scholarships to incoming undergraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service.

Target Group

The program is open to domestic and international students who will be starting their first year of undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Matthews Scholars program covers the full cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, room and board, books, and other expenses. In addition, students receive ongoing mentorship, personalized academic advising, and access to a dynamic community of scholars.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Matthews Scholars program,

• Students must have a minimum ACT score of 30 (or SAT equivalent), a minimum 3.5 GPA.
• Demonstrated record of leadership and community service.
• Commitment to academic excellence.
• Students must also be accepted to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
• Demonstrate financial need.

Also Check out: Matthew Halpin Memorial Bursary

Application Instructions

Prospective students must submit their complete application for admission to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign by the specified deadline. They must also submit a separate application for the Matthews Scholars program, which includes essays, letters of recommendation, and a detailed resume of academic and extracurricular activities. Finalists will be invited for an interview with the selection committee.

Official Website

For more information and to access the application for the Matthews Scholars program, visit the official website.