Jayla Campbell awarded a $4,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Jayla Campbell of Chicago, a recent graduate of Dunbar Vocational Career Academy, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2021 and awarded a $4,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over two years. At UIS, she will major in pre-nursing. 

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

In high school, she was part of the band, president of the Medical Health and Careers Program and manager of the boys basketball team. 

“I am choosing UIS because they have a great Nursing Program,” she said. 

Following her two years of pre-nursing at UIS, she plans to earn her bachelors of science in nursing (BSN) from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing’s Springfield Regional Campus. She eventually hopes to further her education by earning a medical degree in order to become an OB-GYN. 

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 two years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.20-3.39. 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/cost-aid/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.

Gabrielle Bingaman of Blue Mound awarded a $4,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Gabrielle Bingaman of Blue Mound, a senior at Meridian 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 two years. At UIS, she will major in pre-nursing. 

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

At Meridian High School, she is part of the track team and plays basketball. She is a member of FCS, SADD, publications team, drama club and is the nursery coordinator.

“I'm choosing UIS because I want to be able to come home on weekends to see my family and best friend (dog) Judith,” she said. “I also love being able to come home every Sunday to attend church with my family.”

Following her two years of pre-nursing at UIS, she plans to earn her bachelors of science in nursing (BSN) from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing’s Springfield Regional Campus. She wants to work as a neonatal nurse following graduation.

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 two years, the student must have an unweighted GPA of 3.20-3.39. 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.

Abigail Patton of Palatine awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Abigail Patton of Palatine, a senior at Palatine High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2020 and awarded a $5,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over two years. At UIS, she plans to major in pre-nursing.

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.

At Palatine High School, she is involved in Tri-M, gymnastics and orchestra. She chose UIS because of the nursing program and location.

Following her two years of pre-nursing at UIS, she plans to earn her bachelors of science in nursing (BSN) from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing’s Springfield Regional Campus. After earning her degree, she plans to work as a nurse in either labor and delivery or the emergency room.

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 $5,000 over two years, students must earn a 21-23 on their ACT or a minimum 1060 SAT score 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 finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Students may apply for admission to UIS free of charge for the summer and fall 2020 terms. Apply online at uis.edu/admissions/applytoday/.

Jocelyn Nordwall of Jacksonville awarded a $7,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Jocelyn Nordwall of Jacksonville, a senior at Jacksonville High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2020 and awarded a $7,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over two years. At UIS, she plans to major in pre-nursing.

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.

At Jacksonville High School, she was a member of the football cheer, basketball cheer and competition cheer teams. She was also a member of the National English Honor Society and did competitive dance at Stevens School of Dance and Gymnastics.

“I chose UIS because it’s close to home and has a good nursing program,” she said.

Following her two years of pre-nursing at UIS, she plans to earn her bachelors of science in nursing (BSN) from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing’s Springfield Regional Campus. After earning her degree she plans to work as an obstetrics (OB) nurse.

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 $7,000 over two years, students must earn a 21-23 on their ACT or a minimum 1060 SAT score 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 finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Students may apply for admission to UIS free of charge for the summer and fall 2020 terms. Apply online at uis.edu/admissions/applytoday/.

Emily Kellum of Cape Girardeau, Missouri awarded a $4,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Emily Kellum of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, a senior at Notre Dame Regional High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for fall semester 2020 and awarded a $4,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over two years.

At UIS, she plans to major in pre-nursing.

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.

At Notre Dame Regional High School, she plays on the basketball and soccer teams.

She chose UIS to be “close to home” and plans to enter the work force as a nurse following graduation.

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 $4,000 over two years, students must earn a 18-20 on their ACT or a minimum 940 SAT score 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 finaid@uis.edu. For a full list of scholarship opportunities, visit uis.edu/financialaid/scholarships/.

Students may apply for admission to UIS free of charge for the spring, summer and fall 2020 terms. Apply online at uis.edu/admissions/applytoday/.

Briana Wilson of Chatham awarded a $3,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Briana Wilson of Chatham, a recent graduate of Chatham Glenwood High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 and awarded a $3,000 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 my mom went to UIS and it has a great nursing program that has joint opportunities with University of Illinois at Chicago,” she said.

After she earns her nursing degree, Wilson plans to become a traveling nurse and start a family.

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 $3,000 over two years, students must earn an 18 to 20 on their ACT or a minimum of 940 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.

Arzuraye Horton of Chicago receives a $3,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Arzuraye Horton of Chicago, a senior at Perspectives Leadership Academy, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 and awarded a $3,000 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 if the student maintains college GPA requirements.

At Perspectives Leadership Academy, she is a cheerleader and plays on the soccer team. She is also a manager for the football and soccer teams and worked concessions during the basketball season.

“I am choosing to attend UIS because I know that this school is best-suited for me to study my major and earn my degree in nursing,” she said. “I am going to have the best resources around to focus on my nursing major. This school has much to provide where I’m able to fit in well.”

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 $3,000 over two years, students must earn an 18 to 20 on their ACT or a minimum of 940 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/.

Brianna Costello of Jacksonville admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Brianna Costello of Jacksonville, a senior at PORTA 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.

At PORTA High, she plays on the volleyball team and is a cheerleader. She is also a member of the choir and the jazz choir.

“UIS has a wonderful nursing program that is close to home and with personal attention due to smaller class sizes,” she said.

Following graduation, she plans to work as a nurse in central Illinois.

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.

Christian McGowan Jerome of Rochester receives a $10,000 scholarship from the University of Illinois Springfield

Christian McGowan Jerome of Rochester, a 2015 graduate of Rochester High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 and awarded a $10,000 Lincoln Merit Scholarship for tuition over four years. She plans to major in pre-nursing.

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.

Following graduation from high school, Jerome joined the Illinois Air National Guard where she currently serves as a medic with the rank of airman first class.

“My time in the Air Force is what helped me realize that I wanted to pursue a career in nursing,” she said. “I really enjoyed caring for patients and getting to know them during the time I spent doing my clinicals for my medic training.”

Outside of the Air Guard, Jerome has been working as a professional hairdresser for the past four years and attended the University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts.

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 $10,000 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 3.5 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/.

Kayla Owens of Chicago admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Kayla Owens of Chicago, a senior at Perspectives Leadership Academy, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 classes. She plans to major in pre-nursing.

At Perspectives Academy, she is involved in track and basketball management.

“I feel UIS is a great fit for me and has so much to offer me in my career choice of being a pediatric nurse,” she said.

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.

Aaliyah Adams of Chicago admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield

Aaliyah Adams of Chicago, a senior at Hyde Park Career Academy High School, has been admitted to the University of Illinois Springfield for Fall Semester 2019 classes. She plans to major in pre-nursing.

At Hyde Park, she is senior vice president, manager of the football team, part of the one goal group and plans on playing softball.

“I want to attend UIS because when I visited for the first time I felt very comfortable with the people and campus. Everyone was very friendly and nice,” she said.

After she graduates from college, she plans to find a nursing job and go back to school and study chemistry pre-med.

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.