Scholarships

Dean's Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 (renewable for 4 years)
Eligibility: Winner chosen from the Presidential Scholarship pool

Larry R. Miller Scholarship

The Larry R. Miller scholarship recognizes exceptional achievement and creativity that has enhanced a student's professional growth. Nominees are leaders, active participants, and have accomplishments in their department, school, college and/or University activities. They are also honest, show integrity, have high moral and ethical standards, a positive attitude, and are committed.

Amount: $1,500
Eligibility:

Undergraduate student enrolled in a CAST major
60 hours of credit course work (30 completed at Illinois State)
Must have at least two more semesters of study remaining
GPA 3.00 or higher

Nomination Process

School or department faculty complete a nomination form
Student obtains two recommendation letters from full-time faculty or staff supporting their personal qualities and accomplishments
Student completes and submits student nomination form and letters of recommendation

Selection

The CAST award committee selects the final recipient.

CAST Internships in Washington, D.C.

The Washington D.C. scholarship covers the cost of housing for high-achieving students who want to complete an internship with an executive, legislative, or judicial organization in the nation's capital.

Apply for the D.C. Scholarship

Amount: Varies
Undergraduate Eligibility:

At least 75 credit hours by the end of the current semester
GPA 3.25 or higher

Graduate Student Eligibility:

At least 16 credit hours
GPA 3.50 or higher

SoLA Scholarship

The SoLA scholarship recognizes students completing an internship at Miller Park Zoo. Preference is given to students who want to pursue a career with animals.

Apply for SoLA

Amount: $500
Eligibility:

Junior or senior
GPA 2.5 or higher

Requirements

Include a cover letter detailing your career goals.