Education: College / Higher Ed

Illinois: Getting There! - Community College Payment Program

About this resource

The Community College Payment Program allows youth under DCFS Guardianship enrolling in an Illinois community college the opportunity to have their in-district tuition, fees, required books, supplies, uniforms and equipment, paid by DCFS if they are not paid by financial aid grants. Payment requests can be submitted for career and technical education programs that are part of the community college curriculum.

Eligibility

  • Must be a youth for whom DCFS is legally responsible
  • Must be accepted for enrollment by an in-district community college
  • Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
  • Must apply for financial aid through FAFSA within required deadline set by the college, designate community college to receive funds, and provide all documentation requested by the school. FAFSA funding is to be used before requesting payment from DCFS.

Address

2001 NE Jefferson Avenue
Peoria, IL 61603
United States