September 30, 2026
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ISAC CONGRATULATES ILLINOIS HIGH SCHOOLS FOR EXCEPTIONAL SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS
539 High Schools Recognized and Awarded for Excellence
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state’s college access and financial aid agency, is pleased to announce the 2026-27 Financial Aid Application Completion Recognition of Excellence Honorees. These Illinois public and private high schools have attained outstanding financial aid application completion rates-- demonstrating ongoing support for their students through the financial aid process. This recognition celebrates each school’s dedication to helping students access financial aid to help them pursue their educational goals. This year, 539 schools were honored, almost a 15 percent increase over last year’s honorees.