Financial information

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is dedicated to making higher education accessible to all students. Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website for more in-depth information on financial aid options.

Illinois Commitment

Through Illinois Commitment, the University of Illinois covers tuition and fees for up to four years for all qualified in-state students—that's our mission as a land-grant institution.

If you’re an Illinois resident whose family makes $67,100 or less and has less than $50,000 in family assets, you may be eligible for the Illinois Commitment financial aid package, which covers the cost of tuition and campus fees.

Incoming LAS students

When students are admitted to the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, they are automatically considered for scholarships based on the information provided in their admission applications. For need-based scholarships, the data submitted on your Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is also taken into account.

After admission, be sure to complete your FAFSA form and monitor your MyIllini account. This will help you confirm that the Office of Student Financial Aid has received your FAFSA and allow you to check for any outstanding requirements. Your financial aid notification will detail the aid you qualify for, including grants, scholarships, Federal Work-Study, and loans.

Scholarships

Throughout their time at the university, College of LAS students are encouraged to apply for scholarships awarded by the college. In addition to merit-based scholarships, funds are available for students wishing to study abroad, pursuing underpaid internships, and more.

Many academic departments within the College of LAS also award merit-based scholarships. You’re welcome to search through the university scholarship database to see what is available.

You can also apply to a wide variety of scholarships administered outside the university.

Student employment

Many students choose to take on part-time work while attending the university. Employment allows students to earn money while in school while also providing valuable experience that will carry after college.

The Urbana-Champaign community offers numerous student employment opportunities. If you’re interested in on-campus work, we encourage you to check out the university's Virtual Job Board for available positions.