JB Pritzker, Governor, State of Illinois

Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship

Welcome to the online application process for the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship Program.

Important information regarding this program may be accessed by selecting from among the options that appear in the menu at the right margin of this page. Be sure you read and understand this information prior to submitting an application.

After entering and submitting your data via the online application, follow the on-screen instructions to download and print a copy of your application for your records.

Because the application contains personally identifiable information, caution should be used if submitting and/or printing the completed application in an unsecured setting (for example, a public computer at a library).

If you have any questions regarding this program or the application process, contact a Student Engagement and Support Services representative.

The 2024-25 ECACE Scholarship application is no longer being accepted.