University of Illinois Chicago
QuestBridge National College Match
QuestBridge National College Match
University of Illinois Chicago
Scholarship Details
Priority Deadline
2026-10-01
Final Deadline
2026-10-01
Renewability
Renewable for 4 years.
Stackable
No (covers full COA)
Number of Awards
Varies
Citizenship / Residency
U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or undocumented students attending high school in the U.S.
Major Restriction
None
Eligibility & Ideal Candidate
Ideal Candidate
The ideal applicant is a high-achieving senior (typically top 5-10% of class) with an unweighted 3.8+ GPA who has overcome significant financial hardship. They demonstrate strong character, resilience, and a commitment to academic excellence. Strategic positioning involves early preparation of the National College Match application in September and ranking partner institutions that align with their career goals in urban research and healthcare.
Requirements
High-achieving high school seniors from families earning less than $65,000 annually (for a family of four). Must match with a partner school (Note: UIC is a partner via the University of Illinois system; verify status on QuestBridge site).
Required Materials
QuestBridge National College Match Application, FAFSA, CSS Profile.