Goals of the UIC Undergraduate Grant Program

The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is committed to providing access to higher education and minimizing loan debt for undergraduate students with the greatest financial need, while optimizing the positive impact of financial aid on student retention and graduation.  UIC has allocated a portion of its operating budget to provide Illinois residents receiving the Federal Pell Grant with supplemental grant aid that will support degree completion.  

Who is Eligible for the UIC Undergraduate Grant Program

Students must be enrolled at UIC and must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the deadline each academic year.  All FAFSA applicants will be considered for the UIC Undergraduate Grant Program; no other financial aid application is necessary. 

In order to qualify for the UIC Undergraduate Grant Program, students must also meet the following criteria:

·         Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident

·         Must have demonstrated Financial Need as determined by the FAFSA

·         Must qualify to receive the Federal Pell Grant each semester

·         Must qualify for Illinois resident tuition

·         Must enroll for at least 6 credit hours each semester

·         Must maintain satisfactory academic progress each semester

·         Must  not have completed the degree requirements for graduation

The UIC Undergraduate Grant will support up to 135 credit hours earned toward a degree at UIC or support the number of credit hours required to complete a degree program plus 15 additional UIC credit hours, whichever applies.