To apply for financial assistance, please visit fafsa.ed.gov— the FAFSA school code for USF is 001664.
The University of St. Francis participates in the following federal programs. All students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine eligibility. For additional information about federal and state aid, please visit our Financial Aid website. To apply for financial assistance, please visit fafsa.ed.gov— the FAFSA school code for USF is 001664.
Federal Pell Grant Program
Award Range: $380–$7,395
Federal SEOG Grant Program
Award Range: $400–$4,000
PELL Recipient with 0 Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
Federal TEACH Grant Program
Award Range: Up to $4,000 annually
Grant for students who intend to teach in a high need school within a determine shortage area discipline. More information maybe found at studentaid.ed.gov and click on the Student, Parents, and Counselor heading. Grant award becomes a federal loan if student does not fulfill teaching requirements.
Federal College Work-Study
Award Range: Up to $3,000 annually
Financial Need
Federal Direct Subsidized Loan
(Total combination of Subsidized and Unsubsidized cannot exceed ranges)
Award Range: Up to $3,500 for freshmen; $4,500 for sophomores; $5,500 for juniors and seniors
For info about current loans and interest rates, click here.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
(Total combination of Subsidized and Unsubsidized cannot exceed ranges)
Award Range: Up to $3,500 for freshmen; $4,500 for sophomores; $5,500 for juniors and seniors;
An additional $2,000 is available for dependent students as of July 1, 2008
For info about current loans and interest rates, click here.
Federal Direct Parent Loan (PLUS)
Award Range: Up to full cost of attendance less any other assistance for current borrowers that have had Parent Plus loans prior to July 1, 2026.
New Loan Limits as of July 1, 2026 for New Borrowers: Parents can borrow up to $20,000 per year per dependent student. Parents can borrow up to an aggregate total $65,000 per dependent student.
For loan and interest information for PLUS borrowers, click here.
The University of St. Francis participates in the following state programs. All students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine eligibility. For additional information about federal and state aid, please visit our Financial Aid website. To apply for financial assistance, please visit fafsa.ed.gov— the FAFSA school code for USF is 001664.
Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP)
Award Range: $840–$8,400 annually.
Financial need, Illinois residency.
Teachers of Illinois Scholarship Program
New program started during the 2025-26 academic year.
Aims to aid those who commit to teach in underserved school districts in the state of Illinois.
By receiving the scholarship, you must agree to teach in Illinois. If the teaching commitment is not fulfilled, the scholarship turns into a loan.
It is wise for students to limit the amount of loan debt borrowed. Before you decide to seek loan assistance, review your financial options and assets. Ask yourself these questions: Do I qualify for employer reimbursement? What amount can I afford to pay on the tuition payment plan? Do I have an eligible retirement account that may be available for educational expenses? Are there any tax advantages to using these funds or the loan programs for my educational expenses?
Remember that you will increase your earning potential upon completion of the USF degree completion or graduate program. Plan wisely for the months ahead and consider consulting with a tax advisor.