Putting the Illinois experience within reach thanks to your support
As a new cohort of over 350 Illinois Promise Scholars began their journey in the fall, they joined an incredible network of continuing I-Promise Scholars across campus who were ready to show them the way. Thanks to your support, the undergraduate experience was made possible for over 260 graduates this year, and we are so proud to share their gratitude for the impact you’ve had.
Ngozi Amadikwu
Community Health
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Illinois Promise allowed me to pursue my passions with no financial burden. Thanks to the guidance, support and mentorship I received, I was able to view college with a new perspective.
Rileigh Kilgore
Social Work
Hometown: Watseka, IL
My Illinois Promise coach provided assistance in so many ways, and I would like to give back by working in higher education with students whose life circumstances are like mine.
Philip Song
Actuarial Science
Hometown: Lisle, IL
My summer internship led to a full-time position at one of the Big Four accounting firms. Without the support of Illinois Promise both financially and professionally, this wouldn’t have been possible.
Carolina Valenzuela
Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Hometown: Aurora, IL
As a first-generation college student, I had a lot of questions that my parents weren’t able to answer. I-Promise really supported and guided me throughout my college career by answering those questions.
