University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
About University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UIUC is a public research university in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois. It is one of the top engineering and computer science schools in the world and is a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. UIUC's Gies College of Business and Grainger College of Engineering are nationally ranked.
Founded
1867
Location
Champaign, Illinois
Students
58,356
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
42.4%
Selective
Graduation Rate
85.1%
Above national average
In-State Tuition
$16,004
Out-of-state: $35,124
Avg Net Price
$14,355
After financial aid
SAT Average
1440
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$81,054
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
42.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Jan 5
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign accepts 42.4% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1440 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1440/ 1600
ACT Scores
32/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
85.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
94.8%
4-Year Grad
71%
6-Year Grad
85%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
72.8%
$/Student
$14.9K
Class Size
Large
71% graduate in 4 years, and 94.8% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$16,004
In-State
$35,124
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,522
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$33,642
After Financial Aid
$14,355
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,038
Receive Grants
23.4%
Take Loans
27.4%
The full cost of attendance is about $33,642/yr for in-state students, including $14,522 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $14,355. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $35,124.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign fund their education.
While in School
23.4%
Get Grants
Free money
27.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$62,485
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$207/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 27.4% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Gender
48%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
36,258
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
22,098
Graduates
24.9%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 24.9% are first-generation college students. 13.9% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
36,258
Students
public
Institution
Large
Campus Size
R1 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
What Students Say
Pros
- +Champaign-Urbana is a quintessential college town
- +World-class engineering and CS programs
- +Affordable tuition for Illinois residents
- +Massive alumni network in tech and finance
Cons
- -Flat Illinois landscape lacks scenic variety
- -Harsh Midwest winters with bitter cold
- -Very large campus can feel impersonal
- -Champaign is isolated from major cities
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign fields 12 varsity teams with 591 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FBS
Conference
Big Ten
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
591
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
328
Men
263
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaignearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$81,054
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Research and Experimental Psychology
$33K
573 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
$103K
396 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$75K
352 grads
1yr Earnings
Statistics
$69K
330 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$75K
323 grads
1yr Earnings
Economics
$59K
315 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates start at $65K six years out, climb to $60K by year eight, and reach $81K by year ten. That upward trajectory shows the degree keeps paying off.
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