Financial Aid Policy
The University of Illinois System has instructed us to begin following a new System-wide Financial Aid Policy. This is part of an effort to fortify our programs and initiatives against potential legal challenges that would make it more difficult to continue delivering on our promise of inclusive excellence.
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement will be having a meeting to discuss these new changes and answer any questions on XXXXXXXXXXX. To make the most of our time together, please submit your questions in advance HERE.
Have a question? Email giving@illinois.edu.
FAQs
When does the new System-wide financial aid policy take effect?
This new policy takes effect immediately.
What if funds have already been distributed?
Funds that have already been awarded will not be affected by this new policy.
If there is currently an agreement that includes race, color, national origin and sex/gender in determining eligibility for or awarding financial aid, how should it be changed.
If the goal is to extend access to students, these alternative criteria from the President’s Award Program can be considered:
- Students from low-sending Illinois counties and high schools or
- Students for whom neither parent or guardian has earned at least a bachelor’s degree; or
- Students who qualify for Pell/MAP eligibility, as verified through FAFSA or state financial aid application and financial aid application process.
What are low-sending Illinois counties as determined by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
Low sending counties are those with 10 or fewer students enrolled in the past three years. They include: LIST.
What are low-sending Illinois high schools as determined by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
Low-sending schools are those with an average of 10 or fewer applications in the past five application cycles, excluding schools located within low-sending counties. They include: LIST.
What happens if a donor wants their money back?
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