Students, find important campus announcements about events, important dates, etc.
New Digital Feedback Hub
11-24 thru 09-30
Want to improve the UIS student experience? Share your feedback!
Building Access Reminder for Sangamon Auditorium Events
06-30 thru 09-25
As a reminder, the doors to the Public Affairs Center will be locked two hours prior to events in Sangamon Auditorium as a security measure.
During this time, public access to the building will be limited to two entrances: the double doors near Tower 1 and the Teardrop entrance. Faculty and staff with ID card access may continue to enter through the tower entrances using their ID cards.
2027-28 FAFSA
03-15 thru 10-01
The 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available now at StudentAid.gov.
The 2027-28 FAFSA is used to apply for federal financial aid for:
- Fall 2027
- Spring 2028
- Summer 2028
UIS priority filing deadline: March 15, 2027
Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA by the UIS priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
For help completing the FAFSA, visit Federal Student Aid: Filling Out the FAFSA Form, which includes helpful information and a video guide.
Fall 2026 graduation application deadline is Monday, Oct. 5
02-19 thru 09-15
Students graduating in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 must submit an online Graduation Application via myUIconnect (“Student Self-Service- Home-Graduation” link)
- For Fall 2026 by Oct. 5, 2026
- For Spring 2027 by Feb. 19, 2027
Students must verify that all curriculum information is listed accurately BEFORE submitting an online Graduation Application (including major, minor, concentration, certificate, etc.).
If you have any questions or concerns, please email registrar@uis.edu or call 217/206-7730.
Survey on Financial Aid Success
10-31 thru 09-09
Help researchers understand what affects college enrollment and financial aid access. If you’re 18+, please take the survey on college going and financial aid.
Mexican and Mexican-American/Latino students
12-02 thru 09-09
Register for the I-MMÁS Mentoring Academy! Gain professional development, career guidance and more through this mentorship opportunity. Sessions begin Sept. 30 and are held Wednesdays through Dec. 2.
NFL Pick'em is Back!
01-10 thru 09-08
Think you know the NFL? Put your predictions to the test with NFL Pick’em. Each week, choose which team you think will win each NFL game. The person with the most correct picks each week will win a $15 gift card to The Library. The season-long winner will receive $50. View the NFL Pick’em schedule and registration