Financial Aid/FAFSA

Illinois requires all public high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Alternatively, a parent/guardian must file a waiver if they choose to opt a child out of this graduation requirement by completing the Nonparticipation form; students who are least 18 years of age or legally emancipated may complete the form themselves. 

Visit the FAFSA site to apply for Federal Student Aid. The sooner you apply, the more likely you are to receive funds.

 ISAC is also a great resource if you have any questions regarding financial aid.

If you need assistance with completing your FAFSA or you have questions, EPCHS has an Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) representative available to help! Visit our ISAC page for more information.

Financial Aid 

ICC has a fantastic webpage dedicated to all things Financial Aid. This information can be helpful to you - even if you don't want to attend ICC.

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID)


An FSA ID consists of an account username and password that you create in order to gain access to the U.S. Department of Education’s online systems, including StudentAid.gov. An FSA ID can also serve as your legal signature when completing electronic documents.


You’ll need your Social Security number (SSN) (if applicable) and your own email address to create an FSA ID.


Beginning with the 2024–25 FAFSA form, all contributors must create their own FSA ID to access and complete their portion of the FAFSA form. Starting December 2023, contributors without an SSN can create an FSA ID. 

FSA ID Completion - Step by step instructions.docx