Illinois Lutheran School

Welcome to Illinois Lutheran Schools!

We are pleased to offer tuition payment plans and the application for the Charger Voucher and needs-based tuition assistance through FACTS.

The following FACTS tuition payment plans are offered by Illinois Lutheran Schools. Plan availability may vary depending on start and end date. All plans may be paid via credit card or automatic bank draft.

• Monthly Payments: Tuition balance spread over 10 or 12 months.

• Semi-annual Payments: Tuition paid in two installments (one payment per semester).

• Payment in full: Tuition paid prior to the first day of school.

*Please note: payments made through a credit card are assessed an additional processing fee.

**For more details about payment options, create an online account.

Steps to enroll in a payment plan or apply for the Charger Voucher:

1. Review the information below.

2. Sign in or create an online account.

3. Click on the “Set up a payment plan.” or “Start application.” link.

4. Complete the steps as prompted.

*You will receive confirmation of your Charger Voucher within two weeks of applying. 

**Parents can appeal for additional assistance if needed beyond the Charger Voucher.

Philosophy of Tuition Assistance

At Illinois Lutheran Schools, our mission is to provide students with a quality, Christian education. We want as many families as possible to have the opportunity to benefit from an ILS education. The cost of education may initially seem like a barrier, but it is also an important investment in your child’s future. We thank you for making sacrifices as you make this important investment. 

ILS works hard to make a quality, Christian education accessible through tuition assistance. Our leadership, donors, and supporting congregations plan for and provide tuition assistance in ways that best carry out our mission. God has blessed us in awarding up to $300,000 annually in support.  

As you submit your application for the Charger Voucher or other aid, please keep in mind and agree to the following:

1. In receiving the Charger Voucher or other aide, (we) understand that we will not be paying the full cost to educate our child.

2. I (we) will fill out the FACTS assessment fairly and honestly. 

3. I (we) will consider and reasonably pursue other sources of funds for tuition beyond our current income.

4. We will look into signing up for the SCRIP program so that we can earn additional financial support for our family.

5. (If divorced) I will make every reasonable effort to get tuition support from the other parent. 

6. (If divorced, other parent supporting tuition) I have included the other parents’ income on the FACTS application (or he/she has filled out a separate application)