New Student Information

Welcome to UIS Office of Financial Assistance!

This guide will introduce you to financial aid services and help you find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.

How to Apply for

Financial Aid

• Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• RISE Act – Illinois Alternative Application
• Search and apply for private scholarships

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Helpful

Information

• Undergraduate Estimated Net Cost Worksheet (xls)
• Graduate Estimated Net Cost Worksheet (xls)
• Orientation website
• Orientation Guidebook

How to understand your

Aid Offer

• View your financial aid offer
• Understanding your offer
• Submit required documents and forms

Tutorial Videos:

• How to View and Accept Aid via Self-Service
• How to Upload Missing Documents via Self-Service

Other Financial Assistance

• Veterans/Military Education Benefits
• Changes in Financial Situation
• Talk to an advisor

Orientation Information

• About Financial Aid (Applying for Aid, Documentation Needed) - Video
• Financial Aid:  View, Accept, or Deny Aid - Video
• Financial Aid: Payment Options, FERPA, & Satisfactory Academic Progress - Video
• Authorization to Release Financial Aid Information Form