Student Support & Wellbeing

Whether you're looking for academic accommodations, financial assistance, mental health support, or help navigating university resources, these services are here to support your success at Gies Business and the University of Illinois.

Health & Wellness

• Counseling Center
  Professional counseling, crisis support, workshops, and mental health resources for Illinois students.
• Embedded Counselor (Gies)
  Meet with Gies' embedded counselor, Jennifer House, LCSW, for confidential counseling services designed specifically for Gies students.
• McKinley Health Center
  Access primary care, medical services, pharmacy, health education, and wellness resources on campus.
• Food Assistance & Wellbeing Program
  Find campus food resources, emergency food assistance, and programs supporting student wellbeing.

Accessibility

• Disability Resources & Educational Services (DRES)
  Accommodations, accessibility services, assistive technology, and academic support for students with disabilities.
• Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative
  Resources, programming, and support for students who identify as neurodivergent.

Financial Support

• Office of Student Financial Aid
  Learn about financial aid, scholarships, loans, FAFSA, and payment options.
• Emergency Grants & Scholarships
  Explore Graduate Student Emergency Grants and the Emergency Dean Fund.
• Financial Wellness
  Free financial education, budgeting tools, and one-on-one financial coaching for Illinois students.

Student Assistance

• Connie Frank CARE Center
  Connect with case managers who can help during times of crisis and connect you with campus resources.
• Student Legal Services
  Legal advice and education for eligible University of Illinois students.
• Office for Student Conflict Resolution
  Information about university policies, student conduct, and conflict resolution services.

International Student Support

• International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS)
  Immigration advising, travel guidance, employment authorization, and support services for international students.