Scholarship Opportunity

Illinois Diversity Real Estate Scholarship Program

Offered by Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

The Illinois Diversity Real Estate Scholarship Program helps increase diversity within Illinois' real estate profession by providing scholarships to qualified minority residents pursuing real estate education, including pre-license, post-license, and continuing education courses.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student, Adult Learner

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Ongoing Application

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be an Illinois resident.
  • Be a member of a racial minority group as defined by the program.
  • Plan to enroll in an approved Illinois real estate education program.
  • Use the scholarship for qualifying pre-license, post-license, or continuing education coursework.
  • Meet all program eligibility requirements established by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Requirements

  • Complete the scholarship application.
  • Provide proof of Illinois residency if requested.
  • Select an approved Illinois real estate education provider.
  • Meet all documentation requirements established by the program.

How to Apply

  1. 1Review the scholarship requirements on the IDFPR website.
  2. 2Choose an approved Illinois real estate education provider.
  3. 3Complete the online scholarship application.
  4. 4Submit any required supporting documentation.
  5. 5Await scholarship approval before beginning eligible coursework.