Scholarships

Illinois Bankers Scholarship Program

This program benefits high school graduates and college students seeking a degree in the financial services sector.

The Illinois Bankers Scholarship Program promotes the development and continuation of a vibrant talent pool of future leaders in the field of banking. The Illinois Bankers Scholarship Committee reviews and selects applications received by high school graduates and college students seeking a degree in the financial services sector – from finance and accounting to marketing and IT. Applications are accepted between January 1 and March 31 with award recipients announced by May 31.

Other Scholarship Programs

Future Leadership Alliance Scholarship

For New or Seasoned Bank Professionals

The Future Leaders Alliance program is a 14-month talent-building program cultivating the next generation of bank leaders. The unique program builds employee confidence, creates a positive environment, and strengthens the organization’s performance. Enrollment begins in the fall with session one starting in January/February of the next year. To minimize the program cost, we offer two FLA Scholarships per class.

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Scholarship Partners

We are proud to partner with the Graduate School of Banking at Madison-Wisconsin and the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking to present the following scholarship programs.

GSB Graduate School of Banking Scholarship

Value: $1,500 per year, applicable to first-year students only (total value $4,500)
This 25-month leadership development program provides the tools you need to be successful in your banking career. Explore a broad range of electives, learn from talented faculty and participate in hands-on learning projects that challenge you to put key concepts to work in the real world. At GSB, you’ll develop the critical thinking skills and leadership talents to manage change and motivate people by drawing on a clear understanding of all financial services areas. Submission deadline May 1st. 

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GSB Human Resource Management School Scholarship

Value: $700 (applied towards the current admission fee)
Designed specifically for HR financial services professionals to tie together banking and HR issues, this respected one-week school expands your knowledge of the business of banking, human resource management, and employee performance. Plus, you will return to your organization with a network of colleagues with whom to interact and exchange ideas for years to come. Submission deadline February 18th.

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ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking

The recipient’s submission is judged, and if awarded the recipient receives one year of tuition for their first year Stonier experience.
Stonier is specifically designed to prepare senior-level bankers and regulators for the decision-making and oversight required to navigate change. The school is focused on providing the knowledge and skills to recognize and address high-level management issues and implement effective solutions. Leadership courses taught by faculty from the Wharton School and Stonier experts are designed to help you take on broader responsibilities and create more value for your organization. Initial courses focus on individual styles, skill sets, and development and then turn to more complex managerial and leadership solutions at the enterprise level.

The ABA Stonier Scholarship awards one scholarship each year to cover tuition for a student to attend the first year of the American Bankers Association’s Stonier Graduate School of Banking. The scholarship is open to first-year participants who work for community banks and have applied and been accepted to either Year 1 or the Accelerated program. Submission deadline April 1st.

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