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You may not have started your college journey at UIS, but you can still earn a University of Illinois degree by transferring. UIS offers countless opportunities for academic growth, campus involvement and career advancement.
Student Location Determinations
I. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to determine the state in which a student is located as required by 34 CFR § 668.43.
II. Scope
This policy applies to current students and prospective students.
The Enrollment & Retention Management Division has several websites to share for the latest Enrollment and Retention Management information. These sites have many updated links and include a current version of the ERM Strategic Plan, as well as an updated Admissions Recruitment Plan.
Institutional (UIS Funded) Scholarships and Grants
Effective Date
This policy will be effective for new students entering UIS beginning with the Fall 2023 and beyond. Current or continuing students will not have changes made to negatively impact their current aid packages.
Enrollment & Retention Management Update - October 2023
The Enrollment & Retention Management Division has launched a new website. This site has many updated links and includes a current version of the ERM Strategic Plan, as well as an updated Admissions Recruitment Plan.
State of Illinois Child of Employee Tuition Waiver Policy
Policy Owner: Division of Enrollment and Retention Management
Responsible Official: Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Retention Management
Approved by: Chancellor
Originally Approved: 09/19/2023
Targeted Review Date: 09/19/2026
Contact: Vickie Cook
The University Illinois Springfield will offer in-state tuition to out-of-state students from the St. Louis and Quad Cities areas starting in Fall Semester 2024. The University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved the three-year pilot tuition program at its July 20 meeting in Chicago.
The following is a column written by Vickie S.
Digital Badge Policy
Scope
Includes all internal badges offered for credit and non-credit activities.
Definitions
Macro-Credential
A United States Higher Education Qualification (or international equivalent) that is awarded by an accredited provider (e.g., Bachelor Degree, Master Degree).
Enrollment/Retention Spotlight
Various Updates
- Admissions Processing: The Office of Admissions Processing is responsible for functions related to application processing and review, course credit evaluation, credential processing, and transfer agreements. In recent months, we have attended several transfer exploration nights with the U of I System, UIC, and UIUC in partnership with area high schools and corresponding district community colleges in an attempt to reach students earlier.