2026 Jeffrey P. Blahut Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2005 by the friends and family of Jeffrey Blahut, a former CS student, to honor his memory. Jeffrey was a James Scholar and the son of Barbara and Richard Blahut, a former ECE department head.

Eligibility: Applicants must be current sophomores and juniors (CS majors) entering their junior or senior years in Fall 2026. Selection is based on academic merit. GPA must be 3.0 or above.

Required Materials:

- Unofficial transcripts for your current degree program at U of I. Unofficial transcripts can be obtained for free at: https://apps.uillinois.edu/selfservice/

- Up-to-date CV or resume.

- Essay that answers the following (500 words maximum):

Please explain why you believe you should receive this award, focusing on your academic achievements throughout your time at the Siebel School.

Award
$4,000.00
Deadline
04/26/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please confirm the following: "I am a current sophomore or junior (CS major) entering their junior or senior years in Fall 2026. My GPA is currently 3.0 or higher."
  2. Please provide unofficial transcripts for your current degree program at U of I.
  3. Please upload your current CV or resume.
  4. Please provide an answer to the following: explain why you believe you should receive this award, focusing on your academic achievements throughout your time at the Siebel School.