2027 Rockford Promise Scholarship Application

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The Rockford Promise provides a tuition-free college opportunity by covering any tuition and general fees not already addressed by other financial aid. This scholarship bridges the financial gap by covering the remaining tuition balance after all applicable state, federal, and institution-specific aids are deducted.

I, a Rockford student eligible for graduation in 2027, am requesting a Rockford Promise scholarship. I understand to be considered for enrollment in any of the participating universities under this scholarship program, I must meet all published priority dates for admission and financial aid, and all eligibility requirements, including annual submission of my Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

PLEASE NOTE: Private school partnership agreements are still pending.

If your high school is a potential private partner, their decision to participate in the program will determine your eligibility. Should your high school choose not to partner with Rockford Promise, you will unfortunately be ineligible for the program.

Saint Anthony College of Nursing

I would like to apply for the Rockford Promise Scholarship to Saint Anthony College of Nursing

YesNo

Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Score

Format required: ###.## (e.g., 7.50, 98.00, 123.45)

College Credits Earned (upon conclusion of Spring 2027 term)

SACN File Upload

SACN Data Release Form

Click on hyperlink above. Download, complete form, and upload here. *Typed signatures will not be accepted.

Video Interview Upload HERE

Check this box once you have completed and uploaded your video interview.LINK TO VIDEO INTERVIEW INSTRUCTIONS The SACN Scholarship is a competitive process. As part of your application, we do require a video interview submission. Please use the link above and follow the instructions listed. **In order to attach your interview to your application, please use the following naming conventions: LAST NAME, FIRST NAME, COLLEGE ABBREVIATION (ie: Doe, Jane, SACN)

*Pre-Qualification Reminders for Applicant

Please carefully read each of the following requirements and check the box next to each one to indicate you understand and have met it.

FAFSA

I have completed my Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid.

Upload FAFSA Submission Summary or Alternative Application Submission Confirmation

This upload must contain your name and SAI (Student Aid Index).

MAP/Pell Eligibility

I am eligible for both MAP and Pell Grants.

I am not eligible for MAP/Pell.I understand that to apply for the Rockford Promise scholarship to Rockford University & Saint Anthony College of Nursing, I must be eligible for MAP and Pell Grants for the duration of my scholarship (I can find this information on my FAFSA Submission Summary).

College Application Confirmation

I confirm that I have submitted an application to the college(s) for which I am requesting a Rockford Promise scholarship. (Northern Illinois University, Rockford University, Rock Valley College, and/or Saint Anthony College of Nursing).

City of Rockford Residency

I understand that to apply for certain Rockford Promise scholarships I must live in the legal, tax-paying boundaries of the City of Rockford (i.e. not a county pocket or other town or municipality).

To check your home address, please review the tax statement for your address and confirm that "Rockford City" is that taxing body. Attendance at RPS 205 and/or payment of "Rockford School District 205" taxes do not automatically qualify you for this eligibility requirement.

View more information and instructions view:

Checking Your Residency for Rockford Promise

EXAMPLE:

Check by clicking HERE or go to the Winnebago County Treasurer's website at https://taxes.wincoil.gov/

Please lookup your residence by parcel location.

I live within the legal boundaries of the City of Rockford

I do not live within the legal boundaries of the City of Rockford.

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Student Information

Please enter the following applicant information:

Legal First Name

Preferred Name

Legal Middle Name

Legal Last Name

Date of Birth

MM/DD/YYYY

Personal Email Address (Non RPS/Student Email)

Please note that ALL correspondence with you will be done via personal email. Please check your inbox regularly, including the spam folder. This should not be your RPS/Student account.

Confirm Personal Email Address (Non RPS/Student Email)

Above email address

Student's Mobile

(###) ###-####

Opt-In Consent: By selecting the checkbox, you consent to receive text messages from Rockford Promise regarding important updates, reminders, marketing, and support related to your scholarship and academic success. Message & data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Donations may be solicited. Mobile Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
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I understand

Student Home Address

Street Address

Start typing in your street address. You'll be able to auto-complete the rest of the fields.

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Parent/Guardian Information 1

Parent/Guardian 1 must appear on your FAFSA.

First Name: Parent/Guardian 1

Last Name: Parent/Guardian 1

Email: Parent/Guardian 1

Parent/Guardian's Mobile

(###) ###-####

Opt-In Consent: By selecting the checkbox, you consent to receive text messages from Rockford Promise regarding important updates, reminders, marketing, and support related to your scholarship and academic success. Message & data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Donations may be solicited. Mobile Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
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I understand

Parent/Guardian 1 Home Address

Parent/Guardian 1 has same address as student's above

YesNo

Address Details

Street Address

Start typing in your street address. You'll be able to auto-complete the rest of the fields.

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Parent/Guardian Information 2

First Name: Parent/Guardian 2

Last Name: Parent/Guardian 2

Email: Parent/Guardian 2

Mobile: Parent/Guardian 2

(###) ###-####

Opt-In Consent: By selecting the checkbox, you consent to receive text messages from Rockford Promise regarding important updates, reminders, marketing, and support related to your scholarship and academic success. Message & data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Donations may be solicited. Mobile Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
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I understand

Parent/Guardian 2 Home Address

Parent/Guardian 2 has same address as student's above

YesNo

Address Details

Street Address

Start typing in your street address. You'll be able to auto-complete the rest of the fields.

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Student's High School Information

Student Email Address

Please note that all correspondence with you will be done via your personal email address. Please check that inbox regularly, including the spam folder.

Student ID Number

Current GPA

Current cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale) of 3.0.

Unweighted GPA for Rockford University or Rock Valley College or Saint Anthony College of Nursing.

Weighted for Northern Illinois University.

Please note that we will verify your GPA with your high school transcript.

Weighted GPA

Ex: 3.3

Unweighted GPA

Ex: 3.3

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File Upload(s)

Typed signatures will not be accepted on Data Release Uploads.

*If you do not yet have a college student ID (NIU- ZID) or email, you may leave that portion of the Data Release(s) blank.

NIU File Upload

Proof of NIU Acceptance Upload

Upload college acceptance verification or acceptance letter

NIU Data Release Form

Click on hyperlink above. Download, complete form, and upload here. *Typed signatures will not be accepted.

RU File Upload(s)

Proof of RU Acceptance Upload

Upload college application verification or acceptance

RU Data Release Form

Click on hyperlink above. Download, complete form, and upload here. *Typed signatures will not be accepted.

Proof of Residency (1/3)

To verify your residency, upload approved document(s) from this list. Proceed with uploads in next 2 fields if you have multiple documents.

Proof of Residency (2/3)

To verify your residency, upload approved document(s) from this list. Proceed with upload in next field, too, if you have multiple documents.

Proof of Residency (3/3)

To verify your residency, upload approved document(s) from this list.

Additional Information

Intended Major

What is your intended field of study or major?

Please list all your extra-curricular activities. This could include clubs, volunteering, athletics, or leadership positions.

Response limited to 2000 characters.

Please list all places of employment. Include employer, time period, and work hours. Example: Rockford Promise, 2025-2026, 40 hours/week

List all

Acknowledgements

By checking the box, you are acknowledging that you have read, understand, and agree to the following statements:

Scope of Payment

Rockford Promise is a full-tuition scholarship, and does not include room and board, or other costs incurred.

Funding the Tuition Gap

The amount of my Rockford Promise scholarship is determined by the balance that remains after state, federal, and tuition-specific institutional aid are subtracted.

E-mail Correspondence

I understand that correspondence regarding my Rockford Promise application will be sent to my personal e-mail address.

Contract Signing

I understand that, if offered, my Rockford Promise scholarship will not be valid until I, and a parent/guardian, attend a Contract Signing and complete all necessary registration requirements.

Certification of Accuracy

The information I have provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Acknowledgment of Scholarship Terms

My electronic signature below indicates that I have read and understand the terms of the Rockford Promise Scholarship.

FERPA Acknowledgment

I understand that my electronic signature below grants Rockford Promise access to my educational information, including my high school transcript, Student Aid Report, and FAFSA information.

Scope of Scholarship and Signatures

Scope of Scholarship

I understand that, if I am selected for a Rockford Promise scholarship, Rockford Promise will fund a tuition grant to the college on my behalf. This tuition grant will be paid each year, provided renewal eligibility requirements have been met.

Student's Verification

I UNDERSTAND THAT BY ELECTRONICALLY SIGNING THIS APPLICATION, I AUTHORIZE ROCKFORD PROMISE TO VERIFY MY EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION, GRADE POINT AVERAGE, AND EXPECTED STUDENT AID INDEX (SAI) BY REQUESTING AND RECEIVING A COPY OF MY SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS, STUDENT AID REPORT (SAR), AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION FROM MY COLLEGE.

My electronic signature below certifies that all information provided in this application is accurate, complete, and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false or misleading information, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in the disqualification of my application, revocation of any award, or other appropriate action.

Signatures

Applicant

Applicant Signature

Type your name below

Today's Date

Parent/Guardian

Parent/Guardian Signature

Type your name below

Today's Date