Financial Aid
Illinois requires FAFSA completion as a requirement for high school graduation.
The rapidly rising cost of a post-secondary education oftentimes makes the decision process extremely difficult and is often centered around affordability and overall cost. The completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application can assist your senior with paying for the cost of his/her continuing education.
As of August 2, 2019, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 2719 into effect which mandates that:
- All seniors in the State of Illinois will be required to complete the FAFSA application as a requirement to attain a high school diploma
- If parent/guardian does want to apply for financial aid, a FAFSA Nonparticipation Form must be filed with District 215
- Failure to comply may result in student not participating in graduation ceremony
ISAC is the Illinois college access and financial aid agency, helping students plan, apply and pay for college.
ISAC College Q&A Text Service is for students to use to get their questions about college planning and financial aid answered via text message, and receive important information about college planning events and deadlines. To use the service, simply text your first and last name to 708-252-3890 or for services in Spanish Servicio en Español: (773) 823-0570.
An ISAC representative will be on campus every other Thursday at TF South High School throughout the 2025-2026 school year.
*Next date ISAC is schedule to be campus: February 5, 2026
ISAC Representative Contact Information:
Ayanna Hillman
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
ISACorps-South Suburban Community College District
(708) 921-5706
Join us for Financial Aid Night on October 23, 2025 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.
2025 TFS Financial Aid Night Flyer
2026 - 2027 FAFSA Form
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school.
The Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid allows qualifying undocumented students who are not otherwise eligible for federal financial aid to apply for Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants to attend eligible Illinois colleges, universities, and career education programs.
2026 - 2027 Financial Aid Application Nonparticipation Form
This form must be completed by a parent/guardian to opt a student out of the Illinois State Board of Education Free Application for Federal Student Aid application requirement. Students who are 18 years of age or legally emancipated may complete the form themselves.
For more information about financial aid for college, contact Mr. Matt Johnson, FAFSA designee at 708-585-2021 or mjohnson@tfd215.org or Ms. Marcia James, ISAC Coordinator at 708-585-2020 or mjames@tfd215.org