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Military & veteransProgramState program · IL

Illinois Student Assistance Commission

Deceased, Disabled, and MIA-POW Veterans' Dependents Scholarship

Assistance for eligible dependents.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Follow the instructions of the official supplier.

  1. 01

    Create profile and submit application at ISAC.

  2. 02

    Attach proof of relationship, service, veteran status, and college admission.

Application · official site

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Geographic coverage

Illinois

  • IL

What it offers

Required tuition and fees at an Illinois public institution; up to four years and 120 points.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

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Published eligibility requirements

Spouse or dependent who meets the legal definition of an MIA/POW veteran, deceased due to service, or with 100% total permanent service disability. The veteran must complete state residency upon entry, within six months, or fifteen consecutive years thereafter.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

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Residency requirements

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FAFSA requirements

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Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Birth, marriage, adoption or guardianship certificate according to relationship. DD214/applicable VA discharge and resolution report. Proof of enrollment/admission and residence when applicable.

Renewal information

Meet academic standards; Benefits expire twelve years after the start of studies.

Contact information

IDVA: 217-782-3564.

Sources & verification

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Verification status
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Last verification
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Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0094

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