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

News

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Apr 03, 2026
2026-27 Federal Student Loan Changes
2026-27 Changes to Federal Loans Significant changes to federal financial aid programs were recently signed into law and are effective beginning July 1,…
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Mar 27, 2026
Summer 2026 Financial Aid FAQs
Summer 2026 Financial Aid FAQs Starting a new semester can be pretty overwhelming with all the things you need to juggle. Check out these FAQs to stay…
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Dec 01, 2025
Financial Aid Spring 2026 FAQ
Spring 2026 Financial Aid FAQ and Important Information College life gets busy fast, especially at the start of a new semester. Between classes,…
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Jul 29, 2025
Fall 2025 Financial Aid FAQs
Fall 2025 Financial Aid FAQs College life gets busy fast—especially at the start of a new semester. Between classes, schedules, and everything else,…
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Mar 12, 2026
Make the Most of Your Campus Visit
Visiting a college campus can be helpful in deciding what school is the right fit for you. As a  tour guide and current student at the University of…
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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…