Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Champaign, Illinois |
| Online | illinois.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), established in 1867, is a public research university that epitomizes the land-grant institution's values of innovative research and democratic education. Located in the twin cities of Urbana and Champaign in east-central Illinois, approximately 140 miles south of Chicago, UIUC boasts a diverse and vibrant campus set within a traditional college town atmosphere. The campus is renowned for its substantial collection of buildings reflecting the Beaux-Arts architectural style and is arranged into a coherent system of quadrangles. UIUC offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs and is particularly distinguished for its College of Engineering, Gies College of Business, and College of Agriculture, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences. With a selective application process, the university draws a highly competitive and academically focused student body. For those opting to live on campus, university housing provides a variety of options, including residence halls and apartments. The fighting Illini athletic teams are well-regarded, particularly in men's basketball and football, competing in the NCAA Division I as members of the Big Ten Conference.
In the most recent statistical year 63,257 prospective students applied, and 28,354 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,957 enrolled in the school. 47,046 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 9,870 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $12,474 plus fees of $3,240. Illinois is ranked 106 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Illinois is rated within the top 22% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#106 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Illinois
#65 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1320/1510 |
| ACT | 29/34 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.79 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 5, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $3,240 |
| Room and Board | $12,720 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,134 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $3,240 |
| Room and Board | $12,720 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,106 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 16% |
| Business | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024