NEIU Presidential Honors Full Tuition Scholarship

NEIU's most distinguished merit award given to incoming freshmen demonstrating superior scholarship, civic leadership, and urban community engagement.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.75 unweighted high school GPA and top 10% class rank
English language proficiency: Exempt
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Presidential Scholarship competitive essay and interview
Recommendation letters: Three letters of academic endorsement

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full in-state tuition and fees ($11,800/year value) renewable for four undergraduate academic years ($47,200 total value)
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0 (100% full tuition coverage)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Northeastern Illinois University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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