No matter your financial situation, we are dedicated to making college as affordable as possible.

The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) also awards nearly $3.5 million in scholarships to ACES students. Students in the ACES are eligible for scholarships through the college and can apply for them at the College of ACES Academic Programs Office website.

To learn more about need-based financial aid, please visit the University of Illinois Office of Student Financial Aid.

ABE Department

Our department provides approximately $70,000 in scholarships and awards each year for undergraduate and graduate students in ETMAS and ABE. These scholarships are awarded to students based on merit (i.e., academic, leadership, or service accomplishments) or other specific criteria. To be eligible for department scholarships, students must complete the online application form, typically available from December to January.

View the list of recipients of departmental scholarships and awards for 2020-2021.

College Sources

The Colleges of ACES and Engineering each offer a variety of scholarships to incoming and current students.

• College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences
• The Grainger College of Engineering

Campus-wide

The campus and University provide some scholarships. For financing through the Office of Student Financial Aid, a FAFSA form must be filled out.

• Office of Student Financial Aid
• Office of Student Financial Aid: Scholarship Listing
• Merit-based Scholarships
• University

Other Sources

These institutions or organizations provide scholarships to incoming and current students in the fields of Agricultural & Biological Engineering or Technical Systems Management.Check them out for more information and to learn their requirements.

• Virtual Job Board
  The University hosts a virtual job board for both on- and off-campus employment in a variety of positions. Look here for a part time job.
• Departmental Job Board
  The Department sometimes has a need for office or lab help. This may or may not involve actual research experiences and may be a paid position, course credit position, or both. Look into postings further if you are interested.
• Additional Institutions or Organizations
  A number of other institutions and organizations provide scholarships to incoming and current students in the fields of Agricultural & Biological Engineering or Technical Systems Management. Check them out for more information and to learn their requirements.