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Illinois Student Assistance Commission

Displaced Energy Worker Dependent Transition Scholarship

Help for dependents of displaced workers.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Follow the instructions of the official supplier.

  1. 01

    Submit annual application by ISAC.

  2. 02

    Attach proof of dismissal and complete FAFSA of the same cycle.

  3. 03

    Request certification of eligibility from the institution.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Illinois

  • IL

What it offers

Tuition and fees for one calendar year, including summer, for undergraduate or graduate school.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Biological, adopted or stepchild of an energy worker dismissed due to closure or reduction of a fossil power plant/coal mine since 09/15/2016. At least three credits from an Illinois public institution, unmet financial need and academic progress.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Does not require state residency upon enrollment; coverage limited to state or district rates.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

U.S. citizenship or eligible noncitizen status. ISAC reports that it cannot award 2026–27 aid to undocumented students; the alternative application for that cycle is closed.

Documents requested

Proof of job loss due to closure or eligible reduction.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0091

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