Scholarships

JROTC Achievement Scholarships 2027-28

JROTC Achievement scholarships award up to $1,000 per year to incoming freshmen who have completed a Junior ROTC program.

What are the requirements?

  • Incoming freshman.
  • Submit a current year FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid with WIU as a school choice prior to the start of the semester of award.
  • Enroll full-time in WIU undergraduate courses (requires continuous enrollment in fall and spring semesters each year).

Is this scholarship renewable?

  • Yes, for an additional three years (six semesters) of continuous undergraduate study.
  • Maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA at WIU.
  • Participate in WIU's ROTC program.

What else do I need to know?

  • Scholarships will be disbursed in equal amounts between the fall and spring semesters.
  • Total financial aid and scholarships cannot exceed the cost of attendance for Western Illinois University (tuition, fees, on-campus housing, dining) and no refunds will be given.
  • Awarding concludes when funds are exhausted.
  • Available for domestic students only.
  • Scholarship ends when a bachelor's degree is attained.

Priority Deadlines to Apply for Admission and Register for Classes

  • For summer/fall 2027, the priority deadline to apply for admission is April 15, 2027. Register for classes by August 1, 2027.
  • For spring 2027, the priority deadline to apply for admission is November 1, 2026. Register for classes by January 1, 2027.
  • For spring 2028, the priority deadline to apply for admission is November 1, 2027. Register for classes by January 1, 2028.