FAQ

Who is eligible to apply for a scholarship? You must be:

1. At least a high school senior at the time of the application.
2. Provisionally accepted or previously accepted as a full-time, undergraduate student at an accredited community college, mechanical/technical school, or four-year accredited college or university.
3. A United States citizen.
4. Have a legal guardian that is a current IUOE Local 150 member or retiree who is current on dues.
5. The following candidates are NOT eligible: Any dependent of current employees, officers, or elected officials of IUOE Local 150 or its related entities, including but not limited to ASIP, MOE funds, CRF, Credit Union, III FFC, and all other related entities as determined by the Board of Trustees of IUOE, Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc.

Can winners use the scholarship for graduate degrees?

No, scholarships cannot be applied to graduate degrees. Scholarships can only be applied to undergraduate studies.

How are the winners determined?

The IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. is not a needs-based scholarship. Applications are ranked based on academics, standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, and personal references to determine the winners of the scholarship. Applicants who do not submit all of the required materials are considered ineligible for the scholarship. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required documents are submitted to the Scholarship Committee. 

When does the IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. start accepting applications?

The IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. begins accepting applications in October. Apply online by downloading the required documents on the Scholarship Information page and upload your completed documents on the Submit Application Documents page.

When are IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. applications due and can I apply after the deadline?

Scholarship applications are due no later than the 3rd Tuesday in February (February 18, 2025). Applications must be submitted by that time unless you have contacted the Scholarship Committee with a specific date that the application will be submitted.

How many scholarships are given out by the IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. Committee?

The IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. Committee awards twenty-nine scholarships per year: 16-$3,300 4-year degree scholarships renewable for 3 years; 8-$2,750 2-year degree scholarships renewable for 1 year; 4-$5,500 2-year mechanic tech degree scholarships renewable for 1 year; and 1-$500 Work Boot non-renewable needs based scholarship.

If I am awarded a scholarship, how do I receive the scholarship funds each school year?

If you are a recipient of a scholarship, you must renew your scholarship annually with evidence that you maintained a 3.00 grade point average on a 4.00 scale and continue to be enrolled as a full-time student in a two-year associate’s school, two-year equipment/mechanic technician school, or a four-year undergraduate program in an accredited college or university. You must do this in May/June of each year.

What are the requirements to compete an application?

To be considered for a scholarship with the IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc., each applicant must submit:

1. Completed 7-page application (form here: 2025-2026 Scholarship Application Fillable Form)
2. Two personal reference forms (form here: Personal Reference Form)
3. Unofficial high school and/or college transcript (get from school and submit to us)

ALL of these required documents must be submitted for you to be considered for a scholarship award. 

Where do I turn in application documents for the scholarship? You have options:

1. Submit online on the Submit Application Documents page (preferred method)
2. Email to scholarships@local150.org
3. Mailed to IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc., 6170 Joliet Road, Suite 200, Countryside, IL 60525

Who do I contact on questions regarding scholarships?

For questions regarding the IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. program: email scholarships@local150.org or call 815-254-3332 EXT: 6.

When will I find out whether or not I won a scholarship?

The Scholarship Committee will begin mailing out letters to applicants in the beginning of May notifying applicants if they are a recipient of a scholarship.

What happens if the Scholarship Committee is unable to get in touch with a winner?

In the event the Scholarship Committee is unable to get in touch with a winner, the scholarship will be passed on to the next applicant in line to win the scholarship after several attempts have been made to contact the winner. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have the correct contact information and address listed so that the Scholarship Committee is able to contact the winner.

Is the scholarship available to students attending a technical or vocational school?

Yes, the IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc. awards 4 scholarships to those who attend 2-year mechanic tech college.

Are there any financial criteria for this scholarship?

No, financial criteria is not required to be awarded a scholarship. Although the Scholarship Committee does look at financial need, the scholarship is ultimately determined by qualifications. 

If I am awarded a scholarship from IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc., how do I renew each year to continue to receive the scholarship?

In order to receive your scholarship each year, you must submit an unofficial transcript by July 1st of the year following your scholarship award. Continued eligibility includes evidence that you maintained a 3.00 grade point average on a 4.00 scale. In addition, you must also submit proof of continued enrollment as a full-time student in a two-year associates or four-year undergraduate degree program at an accredited college or university. You can upload these two documents on the Submit Renewal Documents page (preferred method), email the documents to scholarships@local150.org, or mail them to IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc., 6170 Joliet Road, Suite 200, Countryside, IL 60525.

How can someone make a donation to the IUOE Local 150 Scholarship Fund, Inc.? 

We encourage anyone who wants to contribute to this scholarship program to make a donation. Please see our Contribute page for more information.