Private Illinois Colleges and Universities (PICU) Transfer Student Scholarships

Private Illinois Colleges and Universities (PICU) is an organization dedicated to educating community college transfer students and counselors about the numerous benefits available at private colleges and universities.

In support of the organization’s mission, PICU will grant scholarships to community college transfer students looking to achieve their educational goals at one of our member institutions.

Eligible candidates must:

• Be currently enrolled in an Illinois community college seeking to earn their first baccalaureate degree.
• Complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at a community college.
• Submit an application for admission to one of the PICU member colleges or universities listed (North Central College is a PICU member)
• Have a 3.0 Cumulative GPA or greater.

The Fall 2026 Application is now open! All materials must be submitted by June 1st, 2026.
If you are considering the Spring 2027 Scholarship, that will open on September 4th, 2026.

Questions?
Email the PICU Scholarship Chair at picumail@gmail.com