Educational Assistance Programs In Illinois

Q: What is the tuition assistance program in Illinois?

After submitting your FAFSA , you are automatically considered for three types of grants the State of Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant, (for Illinois residents), the Federal Pell Grant (Pell), and the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG).

Q: How do I get a Pell Grant in Illinois?

After submitting your FAFSA , you are automatically considered for three types of grants the State of Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant, (for Illinois residents), the Federal Pell Grant (Pell), and the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG).

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Employment - Educational Assistance

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Multi-State

Control #:

US-00451BG

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Description

The Educational Assistance Program for Employees in Illinois offers a structured framework through which employers can support their full-time employees in pursuing further education that enhances their job-related skills. Key features of this program include eligibility for full-time employees who have completed at least one year of service, reimbursement for tuition and registration fees for approved courses, and a reimbursement schedule based on grades received. Employees must submit a tuition reimbursement form for prior approval and provide official transcripts and proof of payment upon course completion. Additionally, any employee who leaves the company within two years after receiving reimbursement is required to repay the amount back to the employer. This form is particularly useful for attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants, as it outlines clear procedures for educational support, ensuring compliance with both company policies and applicable laws. Working with this form can also aid legal professionals in advising their clients on implementing similar educational assistance programs, thus fostering employee development and retention.

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Be enrolled for at least 6 credit hours for undergraduate or professional students. Undergraduate students may be eligible for the Pell and MAP Grants if enrolled less than 6 hours. Be enrolled for at least 5 credit hours for graduate students. Be working to complete degree requirements.

You must submit a FAFSA by March 15 (April 15 for the 2024-2025 Academic Year) prior to each academic year. You and your parent(s) must continue to be Illinois residents. Your total family income must be $82,500 or less (effective fall 2025). Your total family assets must be $75,000 or less (effective fall 2025).

After submitting your FAFSA®, you are automatically considered for three types of grants – the State of Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant, (for Illinois residents), the Federal Pell Grant (Pell), and the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG).

If the student is at least 18 years old, the student can complete the form themselves. The 2024-25 Nonparticipation Form (used to opt-out of the 2024-25 FAFSA) can be submitted online on ISAC's Student Portal.

Federal Pell Grant (Undergraduate) Students with an Expected Family Contribution or EFC of 5,000 or less are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant. Students must be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen and accepted into a degree seeking program.

Eligibility for Pell Grants For the 2024-2025 FAFSA, a family of four living in the 48 contiguous states making up to $52,500 in AGI qualified for the Maximum Pell Grant.

OPPORTUNITY GRANT The grant is to assist with defraying expenses related to enrollment at an elementary school, middle or junior high school, high school, or home school. Applicants must apply annually during the academic year to receive the Grant.

The University of Illinois requires that you be a bona fide resident of Illinois as determined by the University using factors in this Policy, for one calendar year prior to the term for which you are applying for resident status.