Updated Priority Deadline for SUAA Foundation Scholarship & Professional Development Grant Applications 2026-2027

The priority deadline to submit applications for the SUAA Foundation Scholarship and Professional Development programs has been extended to June 15, 2026. Information regarding the two programs is listed below.

SUAA Foundation Scholarships - Award Year 2026-2027

The SUAA Foundation offers up to eight scholarships of up to $1,000 per scholarship annually. The scholarships are awarded for use in accredited degree-seeking programs, eligible technical/trade programs, and eligible certificate programs. The applicant must be a SUAA member in good standing or the spouse/partner, child, or grandchild of a SUAA member in good standing.

SUAA Foundation Professional Development Grants - Award Year 2026-2027

The SUAA Foundation offers 2 grants of up to $1,000 per grant for professional development activities. Professional development activities must be related to improving or enhancing the SUAA member’s ability to perform in their current position at their institution. The grant may be used for conference registration fees, travel expenses to conferences, tuition, fees or books for educational expenses. The applicant must be a SUAA member in good standing who is currently employed at an Illinois institution of higher education. Applications are accepted throughout the year and grants are awarded throughout the year until two grants have been awarded. If any funds are remaining, additional grants may be awarded.

The review process of applications for both programs will begin on June 15, 2026. Applications and instructions for applying are attached.

If you have questions, please contact Alice Medenwald at aamedenw@neiu.edu.

Alice Medenwald

Chair, SUAA Foundation Scholarship and Professional Development Committee