Illinois MAP Grant
The Monetary Award Program (MAP) Grant provides need-based grants to Illinois residents attending approved Illinois institutions.
Award Amount
$500–$5,340
per year
Deadline
Varies
application due
GPA Required
None
minimum
Field of Study
Any
eligible majors
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Requirements Checklist
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Apply as early as possible
Check state-specific deadlines
Renew annually
Contact your school's financial aid office
Scholarship Value Calculator
Annual Value
$5,340
per year
4-Year Total Value
$21,360
if renewed each year
Loan Interest Saved
$7,476
at 6.5% over 10 years
Pro tip: Every dollar in scholarship funding saves roughly $1.35 compared to borrowing the same amount through student loans at 6.5% interest over a 10-year repayment period.
Eligibility Details
| Eligibility | Illinois residents attending eligible Illinois institutions |
| Demographics | Illinois residents |
| Field of Study | Any |
| Type | need based |
| Renewable | Yes — renewable annually |
Frequently Asked Questions
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