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IIT McKee Scholarship with PTK Enhancement

International Union of Operating Engineers Local No 399

Funding Amount

50% tuition scholarship (plus additional 10% through PTK honor society)

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • Currently enrolled at a regional community college
  • Current community college enrollment with strong GPA

Other requirements

  • Maintain 3.5 GPA or better
  • Member of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society
  • Must be PTK member for at least one full semester before applying for admission to Illinois Tech
  • Active PTK membership of at least one full semester

Overview

IIT McKee Scholarship with Phi Theta Kappa Enhancement

Funder: Illinois Institute of Technology and Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society

Program Partner: International Union of Operating Engineers Local 399

Geographic Scope: Designed for Local 399 members and students at regional community colleges in Illinois

Award Details:

  • Base Scholarship: 50% tuition scholarship for Bachelor of Industrial Technology and Management (BINTM) degree at Illinois Tech
  • PTK Enhancement: Additional 10% scholarship for PTK members
  • Total Potential Benefit: Up to 60% tuition scholarship
  • Applicable to: All courses taken for BINTM degree

Eligibility:

  • Currently enrolled at a regional community college
  • Maintain 3.5 GPA or better
  • Member of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society
  • Must be PTK member for at least one full semester before applying for admission to Illinois Tech

Contact Information:

  • Union Hall: (312) 372-9870
  • Maria Diaz-Torres, Ext. 2132
  • Address: 2260 S. Grove St., Chicago, IL 60616

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Maintain 3.5 GPA or better at regional community college
  2. Join Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society
  3. Remain PTK member for at least one full semester
  4. Apply for admission to Illinois Institute of Technology
  5. Submit PTK Scholarship application with admission materials

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Current community college enrollment with strong GPA
  • Active PTK membership of at least one full semester
  • Plans to pursue Bachelor of Industrial Technology and Management degree

Contact: Maria Diaz-Torres at (312) 372-9870 Ext. 2132 for more information

What International Union of Operating Engineers Local No 399 actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
9
Total given
$79K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$5,185–$12K
  • By dollars: Illinois 100%. Top recipient cities: Chicago, IL.
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