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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · IL

Illinois Student Assistance Commission

Illinois Veteran Grant

Tuition assistance for veterans.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Submit IVG application with required military and residency documentation; keep the letter and communicate eligibility for financial aid.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Illinois

  • IL

What it offers

Illinois public institution tuition and fees required for up to four equivalent years, undergraduate or graduate.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Veteran with eligible active federal service, generally one year, or recognized exception; honorable discharge or current honorable service. Requires residential connection to Illinois and college average. Training, academy or ROTC service alone is not enough.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Currently reside in Illinois and meet the residency rules upon entry and return, or fifteen consecutive years of post-service residency; There are military exceptions.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

DD214 or equivalent service document. Residential tests requested in the evaluation.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0101

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