Caleb Dansby of Chicago awarded a $4,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Caleb Dansby of Chicago, a June 2020 graduate of Inglemoor High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2021 and awarded a $4,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. He plans to major in computer science at UIS. 

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

He played the Cello in the orchestra from 7th grade up until graduation from Inglemoor High School. He also played soccer his freshmen year. During his junior and senior years in high school, he was a member of the Black Student Union.

“I've heard a lot of good things about UIS from my family members, and I think it would be a good fit for me,” he said. 

Following graduation from UIS, he is considering becoming a computer programmer.

All undergraduate first year students are automatically eligible for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. These scholarships are automatically applied upon admission and are based solely on high school GPA. In order to receive $4,000 over four years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.00-3.19. UIS is not requiring students to submit ACT/SAT scores for the 2021-24 academic years.

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

Students may apply for admission to UIS at uis.edu/apply. Contact the UIS Office of Admission at admissions@uis.edu or 217-206-4847 with questions.

Sarah Jett of Chatham awarded a $12,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Sarah Jett of Chatham, a senior at Glenwood Senior High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2021 and awarded a $12,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. She plans to major in biology with a pre-medical focus at UIS. 

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

At Glenwood Senior High School, she has been a member of the choir all four years. 

“I chose UIS because it is close to home and is low cost,” she said.

Following graduation from UIS, she plans to attend veterinary school.

All undergraduate first year students are automatically eligible for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. These scholarships are automatically applied upon admission and are based solely on high school GPA. In order to receive $12,000 over four years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.0-3.25. UIS is not requiring students to submit ACT/SAT scores for the 2021-24 academic years.

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

Students may apply for admission to UIS at uis.edu/apply. Contact the UIS Office of Admission at admissions@uis.edu or 217-206-4847 with questions.

Alissa Adams of Nokomis awarded a $16,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Alissa Adams of Nokomis, a senior at Nokomis High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2021 and awarded a $16,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. She plans to major in history at UIS.

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

At Nokomis High School, she is part of the Science Club and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Club.

“I picked UIS because of the hometown feel and academic excellence that it is known for,” she said. “When I came for my tour of the campus, I just knew this was the school for me.”

Following graduation, she plans to return to Nokomis and teach at the local high school. “The teachers in our community have inspired me more than they even know,” she said.

All undergraduate first year students are automatically eligible for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. These scholarships are automatically applied upon admission and are based solely on high school GPA. In order to receive $16,000 over four years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.40-3.59. UIS is not requiring students to submit ACT/SAT scores for the 2021-24 academic years.

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

Students may apply for admission to UIS at uis.edu/apply. Contact the UIS Office of Admission at admissions@uis.edu or 217-206-4847 with questions.

Emma Wells of Mt. Auburn awarded a $28,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Emma Wells of Mt. Auburn, a senior at Taylorville High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2021 and awarded a $28,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. She plans to major in elementary education at UIS.

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

At Taylorville High School, she is a member of the National Honor Society and Key Club. She also played on the golf team.

Wells said she chose UIS because “it offers everything I want. The program is great for the career I want to go into.”

Following graduation from UIS, she plans to look for a permanent job in education and possibly earn her master’s degree.

All undergraduate first year students are automatically eligible for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. These scholarships are automatically applied upon admission and are based solely on high school GPA. In order to receive $28,000 over four years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.80-3.99. UIS is not requiring students to submit ACT/SAT scores for the 2021-24 academic years.

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

Students may apply for admission to UIS at uis.edu/apply. Contact the UIS Office of Admission at admissions@uis.edu or 217-206-4847 with questions.

Jalen Sims of Chicago awarded a $16,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Jalen Sims of Chicago, a senior at Lindblom Math and Science Academy High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2021 and awarded a $16,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. He plans to major in computer science at UIS.

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

At Lindblom Math and Science Academy, he is a member of the tech repair crew, the spring play, Audubon, LUCM, Global Glimpse, Science Club and All You Can Eat (cooking class). He also plays football and soccer. 

“I chose UIS because it offers small classroom sizes near a beautiful green environment in a town offering the best value for college,” he said.

Following graduation, he plans to work as a quant trader.

All undergraduate first year students are automatically eligible for Lincoln Merit Scholarships. These scholarships are automatically applied upon admission and are based solely on high school GPA. In order to receive $16,000 over four years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.40-3.59. UIS is not requiring students to submit ACT/SAT scores for the 2021-22, 2022-23 or 2023-24 academic years.

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

Students may apply for admission to UIS at uis.edu/apply. Contact the UIS Office of Admission at admissions@uis.edu or 217-206-4847 with questions.