Brandon Tibbs of Havana receives a $14,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Brandon Tibbs of Havana, a recent graduate of Havana High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for fall semester 2019 and awarded a $14,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. He plans to major in computer science at UIS.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Havana High School, he was a member of the cross country team and set up and ran the video board.

Following graduation from UIS, he plans to work in a field related to computer science.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $14,000 over four years, students must earn a 21 to a 23 on their ACT or a minimum of 1060 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.76 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Mackenzie Olson of Oswego admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Mackenzie Olson of Oswego, a recent graduate of Oswego High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 classes. She plans to major in medical laboratory science.

At Oswego High School, she was a member of the marching band, jazz band, pep band, BIONIC, TALK, HIKE, student council and the National Art Honor Society. She was also a member of the track team.

“I chose UIS because of its focus on students, involved community, smaller size, wide range of activities and leadership opportunities,” she said.

Following graduation from UIS, she plans to study veterinary medicine and eventually start her own private veterinary practice.

The University of Illinois Springfield is proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. Nearly 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Zygfried Kurzymski receives a $12,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Zygfried Kurzymski of Park Ridge, a recent graduate of Maine South High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for fall semester 2019 and awarded a $12,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. He plans to major biology with a focus in pre-medicine at UIS.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Maine South High School, he was a member of the cross country and track teams, the Computer Science Club and Hawk Links.

“I chose UIS because it has a fantastic biology program with plenty of research opportunities,” he said.

Following graduation from UIS, he plans to attend medical school.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $12,000 over four years, students must earn a 24 to a 26 on their ACT or a minimum of 1160 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Tatiana Donald of Springfield awarded an $8,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Tatiana Donald of Springfield, a recent graduate of Lanphier High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for fall semester 2019 and awarded an $8,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over two years. She plans to major in pre-nursing at UIS.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of two years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

“I chose UIS because it is a great school and will be affordable,” she said.

She plans to continue her education, following the completion of the UIS pre-nursing program.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $8,000 over two years, students must earn a 21 to a 23 on their ACT or a minimum of 1060 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 4.0 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Fernanda Bravo of Dallas, Texas admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Fernanda Bravo of Dallas, Texas, a recent graduate of David W. Carter High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 classes. She plans to major in pre-nursing at UIS.

In high school, she was a member of the marching band, JROTC and the National Honor Society.

“I chose UIS because it is a way to see other cities and is the best for my career of choice,” she said.

Following college graduation, she would like to travel the world and provide aid to needy countries.

The University of Illinois Springfield is proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. Nearly 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Thomas George of Springfield receives a full-ride scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Thomas George of Springfield, a senior at Springfield High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 and awarded a Capital Scholars Honors Program Chancellor’s Full-Ride Scholarship. He plans to major in information systems security.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Springfield High, George is a member of the band, jazz band, choir, theater, Sangamon Valley Youth Symphony and the National Honor Society.

“I chose UIS because I like the academic program in my major and the smaller size of UIS,” he said. “I was awarded both academic and music scholarships and I look forward to participating in the Honors Program.”

Following graduation from UIS, he plans to obtain a job in the information systems security field and possibly earn a master’s degree.

The Capital Scholars Honors Program is a selective undergraduate program combining high standards and emphasis on excellence with a small residential college model, enrolling only about 100 first-year students each year. The program brings together intellectually strong students with talented, dedicated faculty to create a unique academic environment within the greater UIS community. Capital Scholar Honors students participate in an interdisciplinary core curriculum designed to prepare students for their major and provide leadership opportunities.

In order to receive a Capital Scholars Honors Program Chancellor’s Full-Ride Scholarship, the student must earn a 32 to a 36 on their ACT or a minimum of 1450 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Malone Smith of Chicago admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Malone Smith of Chicago, a senior at Harlan Community Academy High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 classes. He plans to major in information systems security at UIS.

At Harlan Community Academy High School, he is a member of the track and field team. He is also a member of the advanced drawing and painting and the robotics programs.

“I choice UIS because it’s affordable, is academically qualified for my major and I’ve heard good things about this school,” he said.

Following graduation from UIS, he’d like to work for Northrop Grumman.

The University of Illinois Springfield is proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. Nearly 5,000 students enroll each year at UIS seeking a U of I degree in the friendly learning environment of a smaller university. Located in the state capital, UIS has a special mission in public affairs and has produced thousands of leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

For more information on the University of Illinois Springfield, contact the Office of Admissions at 888/977-4847 or go online at www.uis.edu/admissions.

Cameryn Hodges of Belleville receives an $8,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Cameryn Hodges of Belleville, a senior at Mascoutah High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for fall semester 2019 and awarded an $8,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. She plans to major in communication at UIS.

The scholarship is awarded based on GPA and ACT/SAT scores and can be renewed for a total of four years if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Mascoutah High, she is a member of the varsity cross country and track and field teams. She is also a member of Girl Scouts of America, Jack and Jill of America Central Region St. Clair County Chapter, Beta Club, Purple Crush Spirit Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Kiburi Na Umoja Club, Good Vibe Tribe Club, Spanish Club, Book Club, Delta Gems, Young Democrats Club, Illinois Democracy School Club, Military Child Club, Ecology Club and Interact Rotary Club. She also serves as a Freshman Mentoring Program coach, transition coach, Indian ambassador and is a member of small group bible study (teen city). She is also involved in the music program playing in the marching band (trumpet), jazz band (trumpet and piano), concert band (trumpet) and gives private piano lessons.

She says she chose UIS because of the “small campus class sizes” and because “professors get to know you.”

Following graduation from UIS, she would like to become a full-time movie video editor and part-time movie director.

All incoming UIS freshmen are eligible to apply for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. The amount awarded is based upon the incoming student’s ACT or SAT score. To receive $8,000 over four years, students must earn an 18 to a 20 on their ACT or a minimum of 940 SAT and hold a minimum high school GPA of 3.26 or above.

For more information on scholarships, contact the UIS Office of Financial Assistance at 217/206-6724 or email finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit www.uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.