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flag Illinois boosts college affordability, with 44% of in-state undergrads paying no tuition in 2025 due to state funding.

flag In the proposed 2027 Illinois budget, 44% of in-state public university undergraduates paid no tuition or fees in 2025, up from 25% in 2019, due to state investments. flag The budget allocates $2.7 billion for higher education, including a 1% operating increase, $13 million for universities, $3 million for community colleges, and $721.6 million for the MAP grant program, now with a maximum award of $8,064. flag An additional $50 million for AIM HIGH grants brings total aid to $771.6 million, supporting about 158,700 students. flag Over 78% of Pell Grant-eligible students now pay no tuition, and 52% of in-state undergraduates pay 25% or less of sticker price after aid. flag Funding also supports student success, faculty diversity, teacher scholarships, and workforce programs. flag The budget advances to the Illinois General Assembly amid federal aid cuts and fiscal pressures.

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