Marie Lynn Miranda UIC Chancellor | University Of Illinois At Chicago
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the policy of offering in-state tuition to undocumented students at several universities in Illinois. University officials have responded by stating that this legal action does not alter their current procedures.
Legislation passed by the Illinois General Assembly in 2003, known as the Acevedo Bill, allows undocumented students who have attended high school in Illinois for three years to qualify for in-state tuition rates. The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) continues to comply with this law and also adheres to the Illinois DREAM Act, which provides access to scholarships, savings plans, and prepaid tuition programs for undocumented students who graduated from Illinois high schools. Both laws remain active.
University leaders emphasized their commitment to maintaining a supportive environment for all students. "We continue to focus on providing a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive. We will share updates if circumstances change, but please remember that at this time, there is no disruption to student financial aid, operations, programs, or support services," said Marie Lynn Miranda, Chancellor of UIC, and Karen J. Colley, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
They also reassured the campus community that there are currently no changes affecting student financial aid or university services as a result of the lawsuit.