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Fall 2026 Financial Aid FAQs
We would like to highlight key dates and important information for the fall semester. Federal student loan changes have been signed into law effective Fall 2026. Read on for details.
Q. How do I check my financial aid status or disbursement?
A. To review your financial aid:
How much does it cost to get an Endorsement?
Endorsement cost depends on the endorsement, credit hours, level, residency, delivery format, and fees. View the Tuition and Fees page for more details on cost for upcoming terms and/or contact the School of Education.
How much does it cost to get a Licensure?
UIS licensure cost depends on the program, residency, delivery format, credit hours needed, and fees. For teacher licensure, UIS audits your transcripts after admission to determine remaining requirements. View the Tuition and Fees page for more details on cost for upcoming terms and/or contact the School of Education.
How much does it cost to get a Graduate Certificate?
Graduate certificate cost depends on credit hours, program, residency, delivery, and fees. View the Tuition and Fees page for more details on cost for upcoming terms.
Federal Student Loan Repayment Plan Changes
Significant changes to federal student loan repayment plan programs were recently signed into law and are effective beginning July 1, 2026. Repayment plan options will vary depending on when students borrow their federal student loans.
See our Federal Student Loan Repayment Plan Information website for full details and resources.
Federal Student Loan Repayment Information
Federal Student Loan Repayment Information
Archived Annual COA Documents
Archived Cost of Attendance By Year
The content is available for historical records and is not accessible. You can request an accessible version by contacting the Financial Aid department at finaid@uis.edu.
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 informed and manage your finances like a pro.
Aid offer notifications to eligible, registered students will begin in mid-April.
Q. Is financial aid available in the summer?
2026-27 Changes to Federal Student Loans
Federal student loan changes 2026-27
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