Knox College to offer free tuition to qualifying Illinois students

Knox College wants to make college more affordable for Illinois students through its Prairie Promise program.The college is enhancing its comprehensive aid program starting with the incoming fall 2026 class. Qualifying incoming students from Illinois can earn a Knox degree 100% tuition-free. The funding comes from grants and scholarships that do not need to be repaid. The program is for Illinois families whose income is less than $100,000, and students will have to submit their Free Application