UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO (UIC)
- 601 S Morgan
- Chicago, IL 60607
- OPEID College Code: 00177600
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- General Phone: (312) 996-7000
- Chancellor: Paula Allen-Meares
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 26,840
- College Alias: UIC, U of I-Chicago
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University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is a public research university located in metro Chicago. UIC is one of the top 200 research-funded institutions in the world. It has 15 academic colleges, and 13 inter-college programs or centers of study.
UIC offers a wide range of undergraduate majors and minors, and pre-professional degree programs. There are hundreds of choices for a course of study, spanning the arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, and more. Pre-professional programs prepare students for graduate work in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and law.
UIC boasts the largest College of Medicine in the United States. It also has a well-reputed College of Dentistry. UIC offers many masters and doctoral degree programs ranging from architecture and the arts, to business and the sciences, social work, and more.
The UIC faculty is highly acclaimed, with two MacArthur Genius Award winners, and several winners of awards, grants and fellowships from organizations such as the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the National Academy of Science, and the National Endowment for the Humanities, the National Institutes of Health, and more.
History
The University of Illinois was founded in 1867, under the name of the Illinois Industrial University, as a land-grant institution established through the Morrill Act. The school opened in Urbana-Champaign in 1868. A temporary, two-year branch of the university opened in 1946 at the Navy Pier Campus in Chicago. The primary purpose of this branch was to educate returning war veterans. Students and faculty at the two-year Navy Pier branch led a movement to establish a permanent four-year branch of the University of Illinois in Chicago. In 1965, the Navy Pier branch was replaced by the Chicago Circle Campus, which offered a more comprehensive academic curriculum. In 1982, the University of Illinois at Chicago was formed through the consolidation of the University of Illinois' Medical Center Campus and the Chicago Circle Campus.
Academics
The academic calendar for the University of Illinois at Chicago follows the semester format, with fall and spring semesters and two shorter summer sessions.
Colleges and Schools
The University of Illinois at Chicago divides its academic units into colleges and programs, as follows:
Colleges:
- College of Applied Health Sciences
- College of Architecture & The Arts
- College of Business Administration
- College of Dentistry
- College of Education
- College of Engineering
- Graduate College
- Honors College
- College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
- College of Medicine
- College of Medicine at Chicago
- College of Nursing
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Public Health
- College of Social Work
- College of Urban Planning & Public Affairs
Inter-College Academic Programs:
- Cancer Center
- Center for Cardiovascular Research
- Center for Clinical and Translational Science
- Center for Structural Biology
- Council on Teacher Education
- Graduate Education in Medical Sciences
- Guaranteed Professional Program Admissions
- Moving Image Arts
- National Center for Excellence in Women's Health
- Neuroscience
- Office of International Affairs
- Office of Special Scholarship Programs
- Study Abroad Office
Student Life
UIC offers more than 200 student clubs, groups and organizations, including Greek fraternities and sororities. The student organizations represent a range of interests from academic, to religious, cultural, political and recreational. Student government offers opportunities for leadership. Many student organizations host guest speakers and workshops, or offer internships and volunteer opportunities to help students network with others and develop to their furthest potential.
Student Services at UIC include Family Medical Centers and CampusCare for healthcare needs, Career Services, Counseling Service, a Children's Center, Disability Resources, Computing Services, Legal Services, and more.
While many students choose off-campus living to enjoy the excitement of city life in Chicago, there is also on-campus housing available. On-campus housing options offer easy access to fitness facilities, campus cafes, and many other dining and recreational services.
Traditions
The UIC school colors are red and blue, the athletic teams are called the "Flames," and the school mascot is a dragon named "Sparky."
Athletics
The UIC "Flames" athletic teams have won numerous championships and compete in 18 intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country & Track and Field
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country & Track and Field
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
The University of Illinois at Chicago is situated on one campus of 240 acres, which is divided into three parts: Westside Campus, Eastside Campus and South Campus. UIC has more than 100 buildings scattered among each area or division of its campus. Students can travel around the three campus divisions easily by using the Intra-campus Bus Service.
Community Life
Since 1993, UIC has run a "Great Cities Commitment" program that involves UIC faculty, students and staff in partnering with government organizations, businesses and community to address community concerns. Community projects have involved healthcare, education, affordable housing, economic development and transportation. The mission of the program is to improve the quality of life for residents of Chicago and neighboring communities through urban research.
The UC Campus is in the heart of metro Chicago, minutes away from restaurants, shopping, Chicago's lakefront and music concerts and events at millennium Park. Many art and science museums also are accessible via convenient transportation.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Navy Air Force
- Website
- www.uic.edu
- Mission Statement
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- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- Hospital Services Available
- Grants Medical Degree
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (Very High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral with Medical/Veterinary
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.uic.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $40.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 6,271 | 8,390 | 14,661 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 3,889 (62%) | 5,355 (64%) | 9,244 (63%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1,455 (37%) | 1,692 (32%) | 3,147 (34%) |
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 174 | 6% |
| ACT ® Exam | 3,096 | 98% |
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 460 | 630 |
| SAT ® Math | 510 | 660 |
| SAT ® Writing | 490 | 630 |
| ACT ® Composite | 21 | 26 |
| ACT ® English | 21 | 27 |
| ACT ® Math | 21 | 27 |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: UIC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 50% | 39% | 46% | 50% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,284 | $4,457 | $4,984 | $4,897 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Number in Default | 68 | 93 | 69 |
| Number in Repayment | 4,160 | 4,189 | 3,835 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $12,034 | $11,716 | $10,546 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $12,034 | $11,716 | $10,546 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,424 | $24,106 | $22,936 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,435 | $8,744 | $8,118 |
| Other Expenses | $3,494 | $3,314 | $2,400 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,480 | $9,938 | $9,900 |
| Other Expenses | $3,494 | $3,314 | $2,400 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,994 | $3,314 | $3,100 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $26,163 | $24,974 | $22,264 |
| In-State | $26,163 | $24,974 | $22,264 |
| Out of State | $38,553 | $37,364 | $34,654 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $27,208 | $26,168 | $24,046 |
| In-State | $27,208 | $26,168 | $24,046 |
| Out of State | $39,598 | $38,558 | $36,436 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $18,228 | $16,404 | $14,846 |
| In-State | $18,228 | $16,404 | $14,846 |
| Out of State | $30,618 | $28,794 | $27,236 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 26,840 Undergraduate: 16,044 Graduate: 10,796
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 12,059 Female: 14,781
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 7,637 Female: 8,407
- Graduate Gender Male: 4,422 Female: 6,374
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 22,126 Part-Time: 4,714
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 14,898 Part-Time: 1,146
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 7,228 Part-Time: 3,568
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2,054 | 8% |
| American Indian | 55 | 0.2% |
| Black | 2,247 | 8% |
| Asian | 5,020 | 19% |
| Hispanic | 3,791 | 14% |
| White | 12,228 | 46% |
| Unknown | 1,445 | 5% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 155 | 0.6% |
| Ages 18-19 | 5,359 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 5,735 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 5,883 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 5,245 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2,127 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,065 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 759 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 489 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 18 | 0.07% |
| Age Unknown | 5 | 0.02% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 12,909 | 9,893 | 3,016 |
| Faculty Status | 3,218 | 2,047 | 1,171 |
| Tenured Faculty | 1,039 | 959 | 80 |
| Graduate Assistants | 2,556 | - | 2,556 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 3,076 | 1,925 | 1,151 |
| Primarily Instruction | 457 | 182 | 275 |
| Primarily Research | 513 | 220 | 293 |
| Primarily Public Service | 1 | 1 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1,076 | 1,025 | 51 |
| Other Professionals | 5,797 | 4,108 | 1,689 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2,960 | 2,835 | 125 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 704 | 669 | 35 |
| Skilled Crafts | 245 | 243 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 612 | 591 | 21 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $84,139 (1,042) | $90,359 (596) | $75,828 (446) |
| Professor | $116,348 (315) | $116,395 (232) | $116,219 (83) |
| Associate Professor | $83,529 (302) | $85,132 (176) | $81,290 (126) |
| Assistant Professor | $71,775 (272) | $73,962 (122) | $69,996 (150) |
| Instructor | $53,308 (22) | $48,170 (4) | $54,450 (18) |
| Lecturer | $38,237 (125) | $42,763 (62) | $33,783 (63) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $104,824 (157) | $116,866 (77) | $93,234 (80) |
| Professor | $150,923 (36) | $156,736 (26) | $135,808 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $100,199 (38) | $108,730 (17) | $93,293 (21) |
| Assistant Professor | $88,818 (73) | $92,744 (31) | $85,920 (42) |
| Instructor | $77,556 (8) | $87,589 (1) | $76,122 (7) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $84,353 (1,199) | $90,961 (673) | $75,897 (526) |
| Professor | $117,080 (351) | $117,589 (258) | $115,671 (93) |
| Associate Professor | $83,356 (340) | $85,469 (193) | $80,582 (147) |
| Assistant Professor | $71,964 (345) | $74,351 (153) | $70,062 (192) |
| Instructor | $56,014 (30) | $52,869 (5) | $56,643 (25) |
| Lecturer | $38,237 (125) | $42,763 (62) | $33,783 (63) |
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $3,571,403 | $1,656,486 | $1,914,917 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 46% | 54% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 351 | 222 | 129 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 279 | 178 | 101 |
| Baseball | 27 | 27 | - |
| Basketball | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| All Track Combined | 119 | 74 | 45 |
| Gymnastics | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Soccer | 40 | 40 | - |
| Softball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Swimming and Diving | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Tennis | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $99,461 | $60,421 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $41,252 | $28,911 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Gymnastics | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Tennis | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 81%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 50%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 54% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 53% |
| Female | 55% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 54% |
| American Indian | 30% |
| Black | 40% |
| Asian | 62% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| White | 57% |
| Unknown | 55% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 24% |
| 5 Years | 48% |
| 6 Years | 54% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 4 | 7 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 5 | 11 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 4 | - |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | - | 6 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 9 | 1 |
| Robbery | 3 | 6 |
| Aggravated Assault | 34 | 9 |
| Burglary | 15 | 22 |
| Vehicle Theft | 6 | 3 |
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