Resources
Partners and tools that we think will help you out.
First Generation Scholars Network
Will you be first in your family to graduate from college? Join our network to get connected to other first gen students and graduates to share experiences, information, and advice, and to access ISAC resources to assist with your transition to college.
ISAC College Q&A
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission now offers ISAC College Q&A - get your questions about college planning and financial aid answered via text message, and receive important information about college planning events and deadlines.
Federal Student Aid Estimator
Want to know your chances of getting financial aid for college? This tool uses basic information you provide to help you estimate your eligibility for federal student aid, including the Pell Grant, work study and student loans.
Illinois Postsecondary Profiles
Learn about Illinois institutions and potential occupations through Illinois Postsecondary Profiles.
Tuition Fit
View actual financial aid offers students similar to you have received from the same and comparable colleges.
About ISAC (Illinois Student Assistance Commission)
ISAC’s mission is to help make college accessible and affordable for students throughout Illinois. ISAC provides comprehensive, objective, and timely information on education and financial aid for students and their families—giving them access to the tools they need to help make the educational choices that are right for them. Then, through the state’s flagship Monetary Award Program and other scholarship and grant programs ISAC manages, ISAC can help students make those choices a reality. To learn more, visit isac.org
Financial Aid Comparison Worksheet
Easily compare financial aid offers from colleges.
College Checklist
Stay on top of all the steps you need to take in planning for college.
MAP Estimator
Going to college in Illinois? Find out if you can get a MAP grant.
Event Calendar
Attend a free college application planning, or financial aid workshop in your area.
PaCE Student Checklist
Explore the activities and experiences for grades 8-12 that can help you prepare for college and career.
ISACorps
Get one-on-one help from recent college grads who have been specially trained to help you with the whole college planning and financial aid process.
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