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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.

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

Helpful Information

  • Undergraduate 2025-26 Estimated Net Cost Worksheet (xls)
  • Graduate 2025-26 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
  • Self-Service Accept/Decline Aid video tutorial (mp4)
  • Self-Service Upload Documents video tutorial (mp4)

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: 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

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