HB5568 Summary

• Extends in-state tuition eligibility to undocumented immigrants and certain visa holders beginning July 1, 2026, across all Illinois public universities.

• Establishes two pathways for eligibility: (1) attendance at Illinois high school for 2+ years with graduation and continuous state residency, or (2) 3+ cumulative years at Illinois high schools or community colleges with an associate degree or 60+ transferred credit hours.

• Requires eligible individuals without U.S. citizenship or permanent residency to affirm intent to apply for permanent resident status at the earliest opportunity.

• Maintains existing in-state tuition provisions for military personnel and veterans through July 1, 2026, with identical provisions continuing under the new law.

• Applies uniformly to all Illinois public university systems: University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University, Chicago State University, Eastern Illinois University, Governors State University, Illinois State University, Northeastern Illinois University, Northern Illinois University, and Western Illinois University.