University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
901 West Illinois Street
Urbana Illinois 61801-3028
Champaign, IL 61820
Urbana Illinois 61801-3028
Champaign, IL 61820
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https://illinois.edu/| Feature | Note |
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| Main telephone | 217-333-1000 |
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| Educational system | University of Illinois System |
| Public or private | Public |
| Type of school | University |
| Date founded | 1867 |
| Degrees offered | Certificate or diploma, Bachelor's, Master's, First professional, Doctorate, Other advanced degrees |
| School accreditation | North Central Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Setting | Suburban (within commuting distance of a large city) |
| Campus size | 6370 acres |
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| Number of full time, freshmen men | 4,535 |
| Number of full time, freshmen women | 4,468 |
| Total number of full time freshmen | 9,003 |
| Number of part time, freshmen men | 3 |
| Number of part time, freshmen women | 1 |
| Total number of part time freshmen | 4 |
| Total number of freshmen men | 4,538 |
| Total number of freshmen women | 4,469 |
| Total number of freshmen | 9,007 |
| Number of full time, undergraduate men | 18,739 |
| Number of full time, undergraduate women | 17,353 |
| Total number of full time undergraduates | 36,092 |
| Number of part time, undergraduate men | 643 |
| Number of part time, undergraduate women | 383 |
| Total number of part time undergraduates | 1,026 |
| Total number of undergraduate males | 19,382 |
| Total number of undergraduate females | 17,736 |
| Total number of undergraduate students | 37,118 |
| Total enrollment | 37,140 |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | Less than 1% |
| Asian | 23% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 14% |
| White | 37% |
| Race/ethnicity unknown | 1% |
| These figures reflect responses of people who chose to indicate their racial-ethnic background. All categories except Hispanic represent non-Hispanic students. International students are not included in these figures so they may not add up to 100 percent. | |
| Percentage of students from out of state | 15% |
| Number of states and territories represented | 50 |
| Percentage of students from outside the US | 13% |
| Number of countries represented | 71 |
| Percentage of students 25 or older | 1% |
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| Tuition year | 2025-2026 |
| In-state tuition | $12,712 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $31,832 |
| Fees | $5,056 |
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| Room and board (live on campus)* | $14,020 |
| * Room and board costs may vary by housing facility and number of meals in meal plan | |
| Undergraduate costs are for ... | (Costs are for the 2025-2026 academic year.) |
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| Financial aid contact person | Michelle Trame |
| Financial aid contact title | Director of Student Financial Aid |
| Financial aid phone | 217-333-0100 |
| Financial aid office website | Find more information on this website |
| Scholarship list website | Find more information on this website |
| Submit these forms | FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) |
| Application deadline (for fall term) | March 15 |
| School year financial aid data is from | 2023-2024 |
| Average financial aid package awarded to freshmen | $23,526 |
| For freshmen, percentage of need* met by aid package | 78% |
| Average amount of financial aid awarded to freshmen | |
| Loan | $3,555 |
| Scholarship or grant | $22,804 |
| Average financial aid package awarded to undergraduates (including freshmen) | $23,217 |
| For all undergraduates, percentage of need* met by aid package | 77% |
| Average amount of financial aid awarded to undergraduates | |
| Loan | $4,272 |
| Scholarship or grant | $21,943 |
| * "Need" as defined for financial aid results from a formula based on a student's situation. The formula considers family and student income, family size, unusual expenses, and the school's costs. | |
| Number of freshmen who applied for aid | 6,618 |
| Number of freshmen who received aid | 3,744 |
| Number of undergraduates who applied for aid | 21,534 |
| Number of undergraduates who received aid | 14,731 |
| Percentage of students who took out loans to pay for school | 38% |
| Average student loan debt for last graduating class | $22,395 |
| Loans | |
| Federal PLUS loans (for parents) | Yes |
| Federal Direct Stafford loans (subsidized) | Yes |
| Federal Direct Stafford loans (unsubsidized) | Yes |
| Need-based scholarships and grants | |
| Federal Pell Grants | Yes |
| Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) | Yes |
| Privately-sponsored scholarships and grants | Yes |
| State-sponsored scholarships and grants | Yes |
| United Negro College Fund | Yes |
| Merit-based scholarships and grants | |
| School-sponsored scholarships in academics | Yes |
| School-sponsored scholarships in art | Yes |
| School-sponsored scholarships in special achievements | Yes |
| School-sponsored scholarships for special characteristics | Yes |
| Student employment | |
| Work study | Yes |
| Non-proprietary financial aid data are from ... | (Financial aid data are for the 2023-2024 academic year.) |
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| Admissions contact person | Andrew Borst |
| Admissions contact title | Director of Admissions |
| Admissions contact e-mail | |
| Admissions phone (local) | 217-333-0302 |
| Electronic application website | Find more information on this website |
| Open admissions policy applies to | Selective Admission for all students |
| Number of male applicants | 41,597 |
| Number of male applicants accepted | 15,134 |
| Number of male applicants who enrolled | 4,538 |
| Number of female applicants | 32,124 |
| Number of female applicants accepted | 16,102 |
| Number of female applicants who enrolled | 4,469 |
| Total number of applicants | 73,721 |
| Total number of applicants accepted | 31,236 |
| Total number of applicants who enrolled | 9,007 |
| High school education | High school diploma required and GED accepted. |
| Fall* application deadline | January 5 |
| Notification date for fall admission applicants | February 28 |
| Early action (apply early, but not required to attend if accepted) application deadline | November 1 |
| Notification date for early action applicants | January 31 |
| Fall transfer application deadline | April 5 |
| Notification date for fall transfer applicants | Continuous |
| * Application dates for winter, spring, or summer term admission are likely to be different. | |
| Online application available | Find more information on this website |
| Application fee | $50 |
| Submit these items: | |
| High school transcript or GED certificate | Required for all students |
| Written essay or personal statement | Required for all students |
| Other application materials | Audition or portfolio |
| Other application materials | Required for some students |
| High school GPA | Not considered |
| Difficulty of high school courses | Not considered |
| Standardized test scores | Not considered |
| High school class rank | Not considered |
| Recommendations | Not considered |
| Application essay | Not considered |
| Character/personal qualities | Not considered |
| Interview | Not considered |
| Talent or ability | Not considered |
| Extracurricular activities | Not considered |
| Level of applicant's interest | Not considered |
| Religious affiliation/commitment | Not considered |
| Work experience | Not considered |
| Related to a school graduate | Not considered |
| First generation college student | Not considered |
| Racial/ethnic group | Not considered |
| Accepted students can defer admission for a period of time | Yes |
| School uses a waiting list | Yes |
| Age limit on courses to be transferred | No limit |
| SAT evidence-based reading and writing | |
| 400 - 499 | 0% |
| 500 - 599 | 4% |
| 600 - 699 | 30% |
| 700 - 800 | 66% |
| SAT math | |
| 400 - 499 | 0% |
| 500 - 599 | 6% |
| 600 - 699 | 17% |
| 700 - 800 | 77% |
| Average SAT math score | 32 |
| ACT score | |
| 18 - 23 | 1% |
| 24 - 29 | 16% |
| 30 - 36 | 83% |
| Percentage in top 50% of their high school class | 98% |
| Percentage in top 25% | 85% |
| Percentage in top 10% | 56% |
| Percentage of freshmen who returned for their sophomore year | 95% |
| Percentage of full-time students who complete their bachelor's degree: | |
| In four years or less | 73% |
| Between four and five years | 9% |
| Between five and six years | 1% |
| Feature | Note |
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| Certificate or diploma | Yes |
| Bachelor's | Yes |
| Master's | Yes |
| First professional | Yes |
| Doctorate | Yes |
| Other advanced degrees | Yes |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Number of faculty on campus | 2,997 |
| Student faculty ratio | 20:1 |
| Required number of credits for a bachelor's degree | 120 |
| All students must meet: | |
| Computer course requirements | Yes |
| Foreign language requirement | Yes |
| Math or science requirement | Yes |
| On-line/distance learning | Yes |
| Accelerated degree | Yes |
| Double major | Yes |
| Honors program | Yes |
| Student-designed major | Yes |
| Study abroad available | Yes |
| Army ROTC | Yes |
| Air Force ROTC | Yes |
| Naval ROTC | Yes |
| External degree program (earn credits through options that require little or no classroom attendance) | Yes |
| Independent study | Yes |
| Internships | Yes |
| Computer network can be accessed from dorm rooms | Yes |
| Main library name | University Library |
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| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | Yes |
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| Choral groups | Yes |
| Drama or theater groups | Yes |
| Marching band | Yes |
| Newspaper | Yes |
| Radio station | Yes |
| TV station | Yes |
| National or local fraternities | Yes |
| National or local sororities | Yes |
| Number of student clubs and associations with open membership | 1,081 |
| Largest clubs and organizations on campus | Volunteer Illini Project, October Lovers, Illini Pride Student Board, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Phi Eta Sigma Freshman Honor Society |
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| Percentage of students who live on campus | 34% |
| School owns or operates housing | Yes |
| Highest year that students are required to live on campus | Freshman |
| Housing availability for first year students | Guaranteed |
| Housing options | Co-ed, women only |
| Housing is available for students with disabilities | Yes |
| Dorms require a key or code to enter | Yes |
| School owns or operates housing for | Single graduate students |
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| English as a Second Language (ESL) program | Yes |
| Health clinic | Yes |
| Legal services | Yes |
| Low-cost health insurance | Yes |
| Psychological counseling | Yes |
| Orientation | Yes |
| Housing | Yes |
| Women's center | Yes |
| 24-hour emergency phone and alarms on campus | Yes |
| Campus patrolled by trained security personnel | Yes |
| Late night transport service | Yes |
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| Had a full-time job offer within six months of graduation | 91% |
| Went directly to graduate or professional school | 35% |
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| Grad admissions contact person | Elizabeth Spark |
| Grad admissions contact title | Assistant Dean, Admissions |
| Grad admissions contact e-mail address | |
| Number of undergraduate men | 19,382 |
| Number of undergraduate women | 17,736 |
| Total number of undergraduate students | 37,118 |
| Total enrollment | 37,140 |
| Tuition year | 2023-2024 |
| In-state tuition* | $15,545 |
| Out-of-state tuition* | $30,348 |
| Fees | $3,292 |
| * Tuition may vary by program | |
| Graduate costs are for ... | (Costs are for the 2023-2024 academic year.) |