SPRINGFIELD – Governor Pritzker joined the Illinois Student Assistance Commission in commending high schools across the state that received a Recognition of Excellence designation for their efforts in supporting students and families through the financial aid process. More than 400 high schools received a Recognition of Excellence banner for Class of 2021 financial aid application completions. The schools’ support for their students helped put Illinois in the #6 spot nationally for high school senior FAFSA completion rates last year. While filing was down more than 4 percent nationally, Illinois filing was up by almost 4 percent— ranking first among only three states that actually increased their high school FAFSA completion rates year over year.
“I’m proud that Illinois is one of the top states in the nation for FAFSA completion – an achievement that wouldn’t be possible without leaders in our school communities advocating for their students,” said Governor JB Pritzker.
Area schools recognized include Princeton High School, which had 125 students complete financial aid applications, 68% of graduates. Amboy High School was also honored, with 54 students completing financial aid applications, 68% of graduates.
