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Tuition
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Cost of Attendance
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A Quality Education at an Affordable Rate
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The FAFSA®
By filling out one simple form, the FAFSA®, you can be considered for all sorts of financial aid and scholarships. It's super easy and won't take much of your time, but it can save you a TON of money. When applying make sure to add the UIS federal school code 009333.
Financial Aid 101
At UIS, we make earning a degree affordable for our students. Have questions about the financial aid process or what to know more about the solutions available to students? Check out our Financial Aid 101 resources for more insight!
Paying Your Bill - University Bursar
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News
Jan 29, 2026
Understanding the Cost of Attendance at UIS
College costs can feel confusing. At the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS), your total cost depends on a few things. These include where you live, how…
Jan 16, 2026
What is the FAFSA?
What is the FAFSA?
FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It’s a form students fill out each year to see if they qualify for money to…
Nov 06, 2025
UIS expands Prairie Promise to include transfer students beginning fall 2026
Transfer students who choose the University of Illinois Springfield will soon have a new way to earn their degree without the financial burden of tuition and…
Sep 05, 2025
Missouri, Iowa and Indiana Students: Applying for In-State Tuition at UIS
Are you a student from Missouri, Iowa or Indiana dreaming of an affordable, top-quality education? Look no further! The University of Illinois Springfield has…
Mar 21, 2025
Summer 2025 Financial Aid FAQs
Summer 2025 Financial Aid FAQs - Funding Your Future
Starting a new semester can be pretty overwhelming with all the things you need to juggle. Getting a…
Jan 14, 2025
FAFSA, Grants, and Scholarships: How Financial Aid Made College Possible for a First-Year Student
Figuring out how to pay for college can be challenging. But there are resources to help! The FAFSA, scholarships, grants and programs like the Prairie Promise…
Nov 15, 2024
Things No One Talks About in College: Feeling Lonely, Loan Stress and Doubting if You Can Graduate
When people talk about college, they usually mention the fun parts—making new friends, attending events or starting fresh. However, for some people, there's a…
Oct 08, 2024
How can I afford college?
College is an investment, and understanding the full cost of college is important. When researching the cost of different colleges, most do a simple Google…
