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<p>That’s not exactly what I said. I only stated that, according to its Common Data Set for 2012-13, UIUC granted financial aid (need-based or non-need-based) to 4197 internationals, in amounts averaging $13,371. The CDS (section H6) does not differentiate between need-based and merit aid for internationals. You’d have to investigate these details for yourself.</p>