Illinois Veteran Grant (IVG)
Tuition and mandatory fees at all Illinois public colleges and universities for up to 120 credit hours.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Resident of Illinois at the time of entering active duty (or within 6 months prior, or a student at an Illinois public 2/4-year college at time of entry); served at least 1 year of federal active duty (may include ILNG/Reserve federal active duty); honorable discharge.
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Tuition and mandatory fees at all Illinois public colleges, universities, and community colleges. Up to 120 eligibility units (roughly equivalent to 4 years full-time).
How to apply
Apply through the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). Provide DD-214 and proof of Illinois residency.
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Last checked 2026-05-04 against www.isac.org. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Illinois state agency before applying.
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Illinois National Guard Grant
Tuition and fees at Illinois public colleges for current or honorably discharged Illinois National Guard members.
Up to 120 credit hours tuition-free
Illinois Deceased, Disabled, and MIA/POW Veterans' Dependents Scholarship
Tuition and fees at Illinois public colleges for dependents of veterans who are POW, MIA, deceased, or 100% disabled.
Up to 4 years tuition-free
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