Before you apply for financial aid, here’s some information you will need.

Your parents’ tax return for the tax year indicated on the FAFSA.
Your tax return for the tax year indicated on the FAFSA
Other income and asset information
Student driver’s license
Student and parent social security numbers, date of birth and legal names

If you are a dependent student, you and your parent will each need to create a StudentAid.gov account. You will need both of your social security numbers. You can create your account at StudentAid.gov.

Once you create your StudentAid.gov account, you may begin your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can apply for financial aid at studentaid.gov. If you need help with your FAFSA you can contact our office at (217) 206-6724 or schedule a meeting with an advisor at UIS Financial Aid.

Students who are ineligible to file the FAFSA and reside in the state of Illinois may be able to apply using the Illinois Alternative Application.