Federal Pell Grant
The Pell Grant is available to eligible students at LCN. To apply you must complete the FAFSA application for financial aid. The resulting expected family contribution (EFC) will be used to determine your eligibility for all financial aid programs, including the Pell grant. This award can be used to pay tuition, fees, books and supplies, up to the amount available each semester. If the student has funds after costs are met, then refunds are generally available 30 days after the start of classes each semester.
Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC)
A resident of Illinois (who is a US citizen or permanent resident of the United States), enrolled in an eligible program at LCN, who demonstrates financial need as determined by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, may receive a grant, called the Monetary Award Program (MAP). There is not a separate State application. To be considered for the state award, a student need only indicate Illinois residency when the FAFSA is completed. A dependent student's parent(s), whose information was required on the Federal Student Aid Application (FAFSA), must be an Illinois resident. The State sets deadlines each award year that a student must meet to be considered for the MAP award. It is recommended that you apply early each award year. The announced awards (estimated or actual) can be reduced or canceled at anytime during the award year.