Quick Summary
Based in Urbana and Champaign, United States, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a public research university with roots dating back to 1867. Ranked #69 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 56403 students including 21% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Computer Science, Library and Information Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UIUC offers world-class engineering and business programs, a vibrant campus life, and is a global leader in supercomputing and innovation.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyComputer ScienceLibrary and Information ManagementAgriculture and ForestryAccounting and FinancePhysicsPsychology
Founded1867
TypePublic Research University
Total Students56403
Intl Students21%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size6370 acres
Affiliated HospitalsCarle Foundation Hospital, OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center
AccreditationHigher Learning Commission (HLC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#69
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#42
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#53
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Professional
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA), Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.5
GREOptional for many programs
GMATRequired for some graduate business programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 5
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on major-specific preparation; the Grainger College of Engineering and Gies College of Business are highly competitive and look for high rigor in math and science.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$39,110/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$18,000/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$35,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$90
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$62,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$7,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctorate, Professional programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Accounting | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Crop Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$72,000
Average Salary After Graduation
93%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong ties with Fortune 500 companies via Research Park (State FarmJohn DeereYahooCaterpillar)
Notable Alumni
Marc Andreessen, Jawed Karim, Nick Holonyak, Larry Ellison (dropout), Rafael Correa
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Memorial Stadium, State Farm Center, Activities and Recreation Center (ARC)
Student Clubs
1000
Library Resources
University Library (one of the largest public university collections in the world)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available