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Decatur Today
By the People, for the People
Tallgrass Tech Scholarships Open at Richland College
Applications now available for tech-focused scholarships at Illinois community college.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:17pm
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Richland Community College in Decatur, Illinois has announced the opening of applications for its Tallgrass Tech Scholarship program, which provides financial assistance to students pursuing technology-focused degrees and certificates at the school.
Why it matters
The Tallgrass Tech Scholarships aim to make tech education more accessible and inclusive, helping to build a stronger local tech workforce and support economic development in the Decatur region.
The details
The Tallgrass Tech Scholarships cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses for Richland students enrolled in approved technology programs. Eligible fields of study include computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, and digital media. The scholarships are funded through a partnership between Richland and the Tallgrass Tech Foundation, a local non-profit focused on STEM education.
- Applications for the Tallgrass Tech Scholarships are now open for the 2026-2027 academic year.
- The application deadline is June 1, 2026.
The players
Richland Community College
A public two-year community college located in Decatur, Illinois, offering associate's degrees and certificate programs.
Tallgrass Tech Foundation
A non-profit organization that provides funding and resources to support STEM education initiatives in the Decatur region.
What’s next
Interested students can apply for the Tallgrass Tech Scholarships through the Richland Community College financial aid office. Scholarship recipients will be announced in July 2026 for the upcoming academic year.
The takeaway
The Tallgrass Tech Scholarships represent an important investment in developing local tech talent and expanding access to technology education in the Decatur area, which could have long-term benefits for the regional economy.
