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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.

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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 2025-26 Estimated Net Cost Worksheet
  • Graduate 2025-26 Estimated Net Cost Worksheet
  • Orientation website
  • Orientation Guidebook
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How to understand your Aid Offer

  • View your financial aid offer
  • Understanding your offer
  • Submit required documents and forms
  • Self-Service Accept/Decline Aid video tutorial (mp4)
  • Self-Service Upload Documents video tutorial (mp4)

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Other Financial Assistance

  • Veterans and Military Education Benefits information
  • Change of Financial Situation
  • Talk to an advisor
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Orientation Information

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

One University Plaza, UHB 1015
Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407

217-206-6724
Email: finaid@uis.edu

  • Cost of Attendance
  • Check Financial Aid Status
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