Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), encourages students and families to take advantage of the events and resources available during Money Smart Week®, coordinated by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, through April 21st, 2023. As the state’s college access and financial aid agency, ISAC supports students and families year-round with free tools and resources to help them make more informed decisions about education after high school and improve financial literacy.
Money Smart Resources for Students:
Financial Assistance: Get money smart by finding out how much funding is available for your education after high school. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine how much federal, state, and institutional aid you might qualify for, or for those students who are not eligible for federal student aid, complete the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid to determine eligibility for state financial aid. To find your local ISACorps member, visit https://studentportal.isac.org/isacorps.
Scholarships: Find scholarships, search for Illinois colleges, compare financial aid award letters, find a summer job or internship, and more by using the tools and resources on the ISAC Student Portal, studentportal.isac.org/.
First Generation Scholars: The ISAC First Generation Scholars Network is a new resource where first gen students can find support and resources from ISAC, college peers, and colleges across the state to help make the transition from high school and first year of college easier and successful. Learn more at https://studentportal.isac.org/FirstGen.
Money Smart Resources for Student Loan Borrowers:
Check out Illinois loan forgiveness programs for those in specific careers, such as teaching, nursing, social work, community behavioral health, and more! https://www.isac.org/students/after-college/forgiveness-programs/
Student loan scams are on the rise—know how to protect yourself! Learn how to spot and avoid student loan scams. Visit the Federal Trade Commission Consumer Advice website and find more resources about how to avoid student loan scams here: https://www.isac.org/students/after-college/repaying-your-student-loans/
For the full schedule, visit www.isac.org.
