Are you a student in Rockford Public School District ? The program represents a university partnership with the Rockford Promise organization , Rockford Public Schools and the City of Rockford. Note: This program does not cover housing and dining expenses. To determine if you need a scholarship or grant to meet tuition and general fee expenses, we'll look at your initial NIU, federal and state aid.
This includes:. In that event, only the Huskie Pledge Program will be used to help meet any unmet tuition or general fee expenses. Starting Fall , transform your associate's degree into the next chapter of your success story. Apply to NIU. Request More Information. Plan Your Visit. Our commitment to this program demonstrates our continued efforts to reduce barriers, create opportunities and invest where we can make a big difference.
For scholarship-specific questions scholarships niu. Additional Contact Info. Schedule an Appointment. Protecting Your Information. Search NIU. Our Focus. Complete the Rockford Promise Scholarship application by March 1, Live within the City of Rockford boundaries.
Merit scholarships. Advantage Grant our traditional need-based grant. Huskie Pledge grant. See examples Renewal Criteria Once admitted to NIU, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester and maintain a 2. A parent or guardian needs to continue to live within the City of Rockford while the student is in college. Any financial support through the Rockford Promise Program at NIU ends after four years of enrollment or upon graduation, whichever comes first.
NIU President Dr. Lisa C.
