Financial Assistance

If I drop courses during the semester, how does that impact my financial aid?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

If I drop courses during the semester, how does that impact my financial aid? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Adding or dropping courses can affect your aid eligibility. You should contact a financial aid counselor before adding or dropping courses.

Is financial aid available during the summer?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

Is financial aid available during the summer? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Yes, financial aid is available during the summer. An undergraduate student must be enrolled in at least half-time (6 credit-hours) to be eligible for Pell grant and Direct loans. For a graduate student they must be enrolled in at least half-time (three credit-hours) to be eligible for Direct loans during the summer semester.

Why is there an adjustment on my MAP grant?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

Why is there an adjustment on my MAP grant? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

The MAP Grant pays according to the number of enrolled credit hours. Students enrolled in 15 or more credit hours will receive 100% of the MAP Grant award on their financial aid notification. Enrollment below 15 credit hours causes a prorated MAP disbursement. If the number of credit hours changes after the initial disbursement of the MAP Grant, by adding or dropping credit hours, the funds already paid to a student account may be adjusted.

Why did I receive MAP grant last year, but not this year?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

Why did I receive MAP grant last year, but not this year? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Every year ISAC, the state agency that administers the MAP grant Program, determines a FAFSA submission deadline for MAP eligibility. Any student who submits their initial FAFSA after the state MAP deadline will not be eligible to receive it for that upcoming academic year.

The MAP Grant is a need-based award. Financial need is determined using the data submitted on the FAFSA. MAP Grant eligibility is determined by FAFSA information and tuition.

There are limits to MAP Grant eligibility based on grade level and total credit hours. Those details can be found at the bottom of the State Grant page. Monetary Award Program | MAP Grants (isac.org)

The MAP Grant is available only to Illinois residents and/or the dependents of Illinois residents. If a student or their parents (for dependent students) no longer reside in Illinois, they will no longer be eligible for the MAP grant.

My family circumstances have changed since I submitted the FAFSA what can I do?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

My family circumstances have changed since I submitted the FAFSA what can I do? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

If your family circumstances have changed since submitting your FAFSA, please visit Change of Financial Situation. Every year ISAC, the state agency that administers the MAP grant Program, determines a FAFSA submission deadline for MAP eligibility. Any student who submits their initial FAFSA after the state MAP deadline will not be eligible to receive it for that upcoming academic year.

What is work study and how do I find a work study job?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

What is work study and how do I find a work study job? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Work study is a part-time employment program for U.S. Citizens and permanent residents who are at least half-time students in a 69��app program and demonstrate financial need by filling out the FAFSA each year. If you have been awarded work study and would like to view work-study as well as part-time job listings, go to our CareerConnect website.

Do I have to apply for financial aid every year?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

Do I have to apply for financial aid every year? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Yes. In order to be considered for aid programs administered by the UIS Office of Financial assistance, you must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year.

What happens if I withdraw from a class, or withdraw from the university completely?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

What happens if I withdraw from a class, or withdraw from the university completely? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Students who begin attendance and drop a class or withdraw completely from the university for the semester may experience a reduction in financial aid. Timing is also important. Please visit the Financial Aid Withdrawal policy for more details.

What happens if I have excess financial aid?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

What happens if I have excess financial aid? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

Refunds are issued by University Bursar. You can review your account status on the University Bursar website(link is external). If your account has a credit balance pending, you can contact University Bursar at 217-206-6727 or email bursarhelp@uillinois.edu for information regarding the refund. Students are encouraged to sign up for direct deposit through University Bursar’s website in order to receive funds quicker, and avoid delays.

What is the Master Promissory Note (MPN)?

Migration — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:13:11 +0000

What is the Master Promissory Note (MPN)? Migration Mon, 08/11/2025 - 14:13

The Master Promissory Note (MPN) is a legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. It also explains the terms and conditions of your loan(s). All first-time student and parent borrowers of federal Direct student loans, and borrowers whose previous MPN has expired, must complete the MPN before loan funds can be disbursed to your student account.