Housing Grant benefit
UIC: Investing in your success
UIC: Investing in your success
Recipients of the Housing Grant award receive an additional one-time, one-year $10,000 scholarship to live on campus. We welcome you to UIC’s on campus housing community and encourage you to read on for more information about the opportunities and benefits of living on campus.
More information about the out-of-state Housing Grant award can be found on the admissions website.
More information about the President’s Award Program’s housing options can be found on the PAP Website.
Live On Campus at UIC
Living in Campus Housing provides UIC students with the convenience and proximity to classrooms, faculty, and student support services such as academic advising, Learning Centers, tutoring services, the UIC Library, as well as lounges and study spaces for classmates to meet and study together.
The convenience of living on campus also allows students to engage in campus events and the UIC community without the need to commute, avoiding the hassle of traffic, transportation costs, winter travel conditions, and more.
Learn more about the benefits of Campus Housing and why we consider it The Right Place to Call Home.
FAQ
Can I use the one-time, one-year $10,000 housing feature to live off campus or commute from home?
No. The one-time, one-year $10,000 housing feature is only applicable for use with Campus Housing.
When do I find out the specific value of this award and my overall financial aid package at UIC?
Recipients can find the specific value of their award on their financial aid notification letters, which are typically distributed in early March.
Do I have to live in a specific residence hall if I receive the President’s Award Program (PAP) Housing Grant?
No. Students who receive the President’s Award Program (PAP) scholarship and the PAP Housing Grant can apply their $10,000 housing grant toward any on-campus housing option they choose. There is no requirement to select a specific residence hall or room type.
I was admitted to the President’s Award Program–Honors (PAP-H). Are my housing options different?
Yes. Students in the President’s Award Program–Honors (PAP-H) are required to select housing from designated residence hall spaces. These specific housing assignments are part of the PAP-H program experience.
Where can I learn more about the President’s Award Program?
You can find full details about eligibility, benefits, and program requirements on the President’s Award Program page.