- The Illinois Pell Grant is used for attending college. You can use this grant at any college in Illinois as long as they participate in the Federal Student Aid Program if your school has a 6-digit federal school code. You will be able to know if you are eligible for the Pell Grant by your EFC. If your EFC is lower than $6206, then you are eligible. We’ve listed all the Federal Student Aid school codes for Illinois colleges at the bottom of the page.
- There are also many other sources of financial aid for Illinois students.
- The Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) provides need-based grants to Illinois residents attending in-state colleges and universities.
- The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) provides various scholarships and grants to Illinois residents, including the Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP).
- The Illinois Military Family Relief Fund provides financial assistance to Illinois residents who are members of the military or are the dependents of military members.
- The Illinois Special Education Teacher Tuition Waiver provides tuition waivers to Illinois residents who are pursuing teaching degrees in special education.
- The Illinois National Guard Grant provides financial assistance to members of the Illinois National Guard.
- University of Illinois provides scholarships to those attending University of Illinois.
- The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) offers grants and scholarships to Illinois Community College students.