Richard C. and Jean C. Hill Aviation Endowed Scholarship 2025

The Richard C. and Jean C. Hill Aviation Endowed Scholarship at Lewis University, established by Mrs. Jean Hill in memory of her husband, Mr. Richard C. Hill, is a merit-cum-means scholarship designed to support students passionate about aviation. Mrs. Jean Hill, former director of the antique-classic division of the Experimental Aircraft Association, and Mr. Richard C. Hill, Chief Pilot at Lewis University from 1954–1957, were avid aviation enthusiasts.

This scholarship provides financial assistance to students majoring in Aviation Flight Management at Lewis University, a Catholic institution in Romeoville, Illinois, known for its strong aviation programs. The award, renewable annually, helps students maintain focus on their academic and professional goals in the aviation industry.

To be eligible for the Richard C. and Jean C. Hill Aviation Endowed Scholarship 2025, applicants must:

• Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Lewis University for the 2025-26 academic year.

• Be majoring in Aviation Flight Management within the College of Aviation, Science, and Technology.

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

• Demonstrate financial need, as determined by the Lewis University Financial Aid Office through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or equivalent for international students.

• Remain in good academic and disciplinary standing with the university.

• Exclusions:

  • Students pursuing other majors (e.g., Aviation Maintenance, Air Traffic Control) are ineligible.

  • Students receiving another endowed or annual scholarship from Lewis University for the same academic year are ineligible, as per university policy limiting recipients to one such award annually.

  • Part-time students or those not meeting the 3.0 GPA requirement are not considered.

• Scholarship Value: Variable, determined annually based on the endowment’s available funds and the recipient’s financial need, typically covering a portion of tuition costs.

• Disbursement: Applied directly to the student’s tuition account as a credit, split equally between Fall and Spring semesters, after the add/drop period.

• Duration: Renewable annually for up to four years, provided the recipient maintains a minimum 3.0 GPA, full-time enrollment in Aviation Flight Management, and good standing with the university.

• Note: The exact amount varies each fiscal year and is subject to endowment earnings. The scholarship does not cover non-tuition expenses (e.g., flight training fees, room, board) unless specified by the Financial Aid Office. Total aid, including this scholarship, cannot exceed the cost of attendance.

No separate application is required for the Richard C. and Jean C. Hill Aviation Endowed Scholarship. Follow these steps:

1. Apply to Lewis University: Submit an undergraduate application for Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 via the Lewis University admissions portal (www.lewisu.edu/apply) or Common Application (www.commonapp.org).

2. Declare Major: Indicate Aviation Flight Management as your intended major during the application process.

3. Complete General Application: Log in to the Lewis University Scholarships portal (lewisu.academicworks.com) and complete the General Application for Endowed/Annual Scholarships for 2025-26, available from October 1, 2024, to February 15, 2025.

4. Submit FAFSA: U.S. citizens/permanent residents must submit the FAFSA by February 15, 2025 (Lewis code: 001707) to demonstrate financial need. International students provide equivalent financial documentation as requested by the Financial Aid Office.

5. Automatic Consideration: Eligible students are automatically considered based on the General Application, academic records, major, GPA, and financial need.

6. Accept Offer and Enroll: Accept the admission offer, pay the enrollment deposit, and enroll full-time to activate the scholarship.

7. Renewal: Automatically renewed for eligible recipients maintaining a 3.0 GPA and program requirements, with annual verification of financial need.

Note: Ensure the General Application is fully completed by February 15, 2025, to maximize consideration, as funds are limited. Contact the Financial Aid Office (finaid@lewisu.edu) for assistance with the application or FAFSA.

• Completed Lewis University undergraduate application (via admissions portal or Common Application).

• High school transcripts or equivalent qualifications (e.g., IB, A-Levels), certified and translated if necessary.

• SAT/ACT scores (optional for 2025 admission, but may enhance scholarship consideration).

• FAFSA submission for U.S. citizens/permanent residents (code: 001707, due February 15, 2025) or financial documentation for international students.

• Completed General Application for Endowed/Annual Scholarships on lewisu.academicworks.com.

• Note: Documents are submitted during the admission and General Application processes. The Financial Aid Office verifies GPA, major, and financial need automatically. Additional documentation may be requested for need verification.

• Admission Application:

  • Priority Deadline: December 1, 2024 (Fall 2025, for maximum scholarship consideration).

  • Regular Deadline: Rolling, but February 15, 2025, recommended for scholarship eligibility.

  • Spring 2026: December 1, 2025.

• General Application for Scholarships: October 1, 2024, to February 15, 2025 (via lewisu.academicworks.com).

• FAFSA Submission: February 15, 2025 (code: 001707, for U.S. students).

• Enrollment Deadlines: August 2025 (Fall) or January 2026 (Spring, specific dates provided in offer letter).

• Notification: Scholarship awards are announced with admission decisions or by Spring 2025, via email or the scholarships portal.

• Note: Deadlines are subject to change. Verify with the Financial Aid Office (finaid@lewisu.edu) or www.lewisu.edu for updates.

• Financial Aid Office:

  • Email: finaid@lewisu.edu

  • Phone: +1 (815) 836-5263

  • Address: Lewis University, Office of Financial Aid Services, One University Parkway, Romeoville, IL 60446, USA.

• Admissions Office:

  • Email: admissions@lewisu.edu

  • Phone: +1 (815) 838-0500 or toll-free +1 (800) 897-9000

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (CST).

• Scholarships Portal: lewisu.academicworks.com