Scholarships

Morton College offers prospective and current students the opportunity to apply for scholarships that can help them make progress toward their educational goals.

There are many scholarships available but each have specific requirements. Applicants are urged to research scholarships requirements thoroughly.

For more information on specific scholarships, e-mail Elizabeth Melgoza elizabeth.melgoza@morton.edu in the Financial Aid Office or call her at (708) 656-8000 Ext. 2426.

Alert1 Student for Seniors Scholarship

Alert1, a leader in medical alerts, is offering a $250 scholarship to a student attending an accredited U.S. college or university whose career goals include improving senior care.

To learn more and apply, visit the Alert1 website.

Please see website for application deadlines.

Morton College Academic Excellence Scholarships

The Morton College Academic Excellence Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who reside in Community College District 527. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic ability.

The award covers the cost of all tuition and fees for up to 30 semester hours of college credits per year at the in-district tuition rate and is renewable.

Academic Excellence Scholarship Program

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

As the nation’s largest not-for-profit organization supporting Hispanic American higher education, the Fund has awarded over $470 million in scholarships and provides a range of ancillary programs for students, HSF Scholars, Alumni, and parents.

Julia Stasch-IIE Scholarship for Refugees

The Institute of International Education has launched the Julia Stasch-IIE Scholarship for Refugees. This scholarship supports refugee and asylees who are currently studying at Community Colleges in the Greater Chicago Area and are scheduled to complete their studies in either spring or winter of 2020. Students must be between the age of 18-35, meet a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be willing to participate in a 1-2-week leadership program in summer 2020. The award entails a $10,000 scholarship for the second year of Community College to cover tuition balance, living expenses, and other costs related to the students' studies. Participants will also be expected to participate in a 1 week leadership program in summer 2020.To learn more about the eligibility criteria, please click here.

Please note that residents who came to the U.S. as refugees or have been granted asylum and are now permanent residents or citizens are eligible for this opportunity.