It is the mission of the UIS Office of Financial Assistance to provide financial aid resources to students, administer aid programs with the highest integrity, and provide first-class customer service.

Office of Financial Aid mission statement

Approximately 80 percent of UIS undergraduate students receive financial aid through scholarships, grants, loans, and/or student employment. We are ready to help you apply for and receive assistance to fund your education.

Prairie Promise

Introducing the Prairie Promise in Fall 2024! The Promise ensures that every qualifying student in Illinois benefits from the transforming impact of education. It covers the cost of any outstanding tuition or fees after the State of Illinois MAP Grant, AIM HIGH grant, and UIS scholarships and awards have been deducted. You can visit the Prairie Promise page for more information.

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University of Illinois Springfield is committed to using the Principles and Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in our financial aid offer notifications.

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Office of Financial Aid News

Aug 01, 2023
Fall 2023 Financial Aid FAQs - Funding Your Future Students have a lot on their plate, especially at the beginning of each semester. Understanding your…
Jul 05, 2023
IL MAP Grant Announcement 2023-24 Excellent news for students! The fiscal year 2024 (FY24) state operating budget has been approved and signed into law…
Apr 26, 2023
Graduating soon? Congratulations! Federal Regulations require student loan borrowers to complete loan exit counseling upon leaving school. The purpose of…
Apr 17, 2023
Summer 2023 Financial Aid FAQs - Funding Your Future Students have a lot on their plate, especially at the beginning of each semester. Understanding your…
Feb 07, 2023
How soon do I need to file the FAFSA, and should I still apply if I think my family makes too much money? There is no harm in applying even if you think…