Follow the Tuition Trail

Step 1: Office of Records and Registration

The Office of Records and Registration answers questions and helps students understand tuition and fee assessments.

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Tuition and Fees

Tuition assessment is based upon an hourly rate and the year the student was admitted. Students are billed the below fees based upon full-time or part-time status. Additional tuition and fee information can be found on the UIS Tuition & Fees webpage.

Mandatory Fees

Academic Facilities Maintenance Fund Assessment: An assessment to support deferred maintenance and facility renovations for academic buildings.

Campus and Library Technology Assessment: This assessment supports the library to help pay for access to online journals and other materials and to Information Technology Services to help pay for servers, internet access, smart classrooms, etc.
General Fee: A fee comprised of debt service, facility renewal and replacement funds, campus administrative charges, and general University overhead charges.
Green Fee: This fee provides funding necessary to improve our campus commitment to environmental sustainability. This fee can be waived by contacting Records and Registration by their posted deadline each semester. Applicable to full-time students only.
Health Fee: This fee is divided between Campus Health Services and the Counseling Center and supports annual operations of both services.
Service Fee: This fee provides support for a variety of co-curricular and extracurricular activities and services benefiting the student population.
Student Insurance Fee: The Insurance Plan provides worldwide coverage for our students. For more information on student insurance, please see page 10 in this guidebook or visit the UIS Student Insurance website.
Student-to-Student Grant Fee: This fee provides financial support to undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate high financial need. This fee can be waived by contacting Records and Registration by their posted deadline each semester.
Student Union Fee: Along with private funding, this fee provides support for the UIS Student Union.

Records and Registration

The Office of Records and Registration (also known as the Office of the Registrar) consists of a number of units responsible for:

Registratation
- Course registration
- Catalog/schedule maintenance
- Tuition/fee assessment
Records
- Official UIS transcripts
- Enrollment/degree verification
- Grade changes
Graduation
- Awarding of all degrees and associated diplomas
Degree audits
- Articulation of incoming courses
- Evaluation of all degrees in process

FERPA

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the accessibility and privacy of student records. For more information about FERPA regulations, contact the Office of Records and Registration and view the Student Record Policy.

Contact: University Hall, Room 1076 | 217-206-6174 | registrar@uis.edu

Cost of Attendance (2026-27) for Undergraduates

Based on full-time attendance (15 credit hours per semester)

Direct, Billable Expenses	IN-STATE Living with Parent	IN-STATE ON Campus	IN-STATE OFF Campus	OUT-OF-STATE ON Campus	ONLINE OFF Campus
Tuition*	$9,957	$9,957	$9,957	$19,995	$11,355
Fees**	$3,000	$3,000	$3,000	$3,000	$2,720
Housing***	—	$8,728	—	$8,728	—
Food***	—	$4,412	—	$4,412	—

Indirect, Non-billable Expenses
Housing	$2,000	—	$6,300	—	$6,300
Food	$4,412	—	$4,412	—	$4,412
Personal/Misc	$2,100	$2,100	$2,100	$2,100	$2,100
Transportation	$2,150	$1,000	$2,150	$1,000	—
Loan Fees	$51	$51	$51	$51	$51
Books and Supplies	$1,200	$1,200	$1,200	$1,200	$1,200
Total	$24,870	$30,448	$29,170	$40,486	$28,138

*Tuition numbers are estimates only and not representative of actual tuition rates. See the UIS Tuition & Fees website for details.

**Fees do not include Student Health Insurance, estimated at $1,100 per semester, and a Student Assistance Grant of $4.00 per semester. Both are waivable. Students in the Capital Scholars Honors program will have an additional fee of $700 per year.

***Housing and Food for on-campus is based on a standard double room and the highest meal plan. On-campus housing information is available at Housing. On-campus dining information is available at Meal Plans. Off-campus figures are estimates only.

Step 2: Office of Financial Aid

The Office of Financial Aid walks students through options that can help pay for college, including scholarships, grants, student loans, work study, FAFSA assistance and veteran and military education benefit processing

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Financial Aid

Nearly 80% of UIS students receive some form of financial assistance through scholarships, grants, student loans, and campus employment opportunities, helping make a UIS education both accessible and affordable. The Office of Financial Assistance is dedicated to supporting students and families throughout every stage of the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA and understanding financial aid offers to exploring payment options and maintaining eligibility throughout enrollment.

Contact: University Hall, Room 1015 | 217-206-6724 | Fax 217-206-7376 | finaid@uis.edu

Website: go.uis.edu/finaid

FAFSA: StudentAid.gov

Scholarships

UIS students have access to more than 300 donor-funded institutional scholarships that award over $1 million annually, providing additional opportunities to reduce educational costs and recognize academic achievement, leadership, service, and involvement. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as early as possible each year and apply for institutional scholarships before the annual February 15 priority deadline to maximize their eligibility for aid.

Important Points

The Office of Financial Assistance also assists students with federal loan requirements, work-study opportunities, veteran and military education benefits, and understanding important policies related to satisfactory academic progress and enrollment changes. Because deadlines and financial aid requirements are time-sensitive, students should regularly monitor their UIS email account for important updates and respond promptly to requests for additional information. Whether students are seeking guidance for the first time or navigating changes during their academic journey, the Financial Aid team is available to provide personalized support and resources to help students succeed at UIS.

Step 3: Bursar's Office

The Bursar's Office connects students directly to their university account by helping you with understanding payment options, paying bills online, enrolling in direct deposit and signing up for optional payment plans.

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University Bursar

The University Bursar is the central billing and payment office for the University of Illinois System. The office assists students with billing questions, refunds, payment options, tax documents, direct deposit enrollment, and financial literacy resources. Students should regularly monitor their UIS email for billing updates and important notifications.

Tuition Due Dates

Tuition payments are due each semester: • Fall – September 28 • Spring – February 28 • Summer – June 28

Authorized Payer

Students may grant parents or other individuals authorized access to view account information and make payments on their behalf through the university payment system.

Enroll in Direct Deposit

Students are encouraged to enroll in direct deposit to receive refunds quickly and securely through a U.S. checking or savings account.

View Student Accounts / Make Online Payments

Students and authorized payers can review account activity and make online payments using e-checks, debit cards, credit cards, or Apple Pay through the university payment portal.

Payments by Mail

Payments mailed to the university should include the student’s name, UIN, and payment stub and be sent early to allow processing time before due dates.

Scholarship Payments

Outside scholarship payments should be sent directly to the UIS Office of Financial Aid and include the student’s name and UIN for proper processing.

Payment Plans

UIS offers payment plan options to help students and families manage educational expenses through monthly payments. Learn more at:

University of Illinois Payment Plans

Contact: University Hall, Room 1001 | 217-333-2180 | bursarhelp@uillinois.edu