The University of Illinois at Urbana is the largest and oldest campus in the University of Illinois system and is a public research facility.
History
The University of Illinois at Urbana was established in 1867, after a bidding war between several Illinois cities. It was originally called the Illinois Industrial University and was founded under the 1862 Morrill Act. Students were first welcomed to the school on March 2, 1868. At that time there were only two faculty members. In 1885, the name of the school was changed to the University of Illinois. In 1982, the name was once again changed. It is now known as The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne.
Academics
The University of Illinois at Urbana has over 100 graduate and professional programs and more than 150 undergraduate programs. Their academic programs are ranked as some of the best in the world. The University is one of the United States' premier public universities.
Major academics include:
- College of Applied Health Sciences
- College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
- College of Education
- College of Business
- College of Engineering
- College of Fine and Applied Arts
- Graduate College
- Division of General Sciences
- College of Law
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- School of Labor and Employment Relations
- College of Media
- Graduate School of Library and Information Sciences
- College of Medicine at Urbana-Champagne
- School of Social Work
- College of Veterinary Medicine
Other academic units include:
- UIC College of Nursing Regional Program at Urbana
- UI Online
- Continuing Education
- International Programs and Studies
It is also listed as one of the Top 25 American Research Universities by The Center for Measuring University Performance
Student Life
All first year undergraduates who do not commute must live in University housing and are required to purchase a meal plan. Graduate housing includes two graduate dormitories and two university owned apartment complexes. Students who are disabled are provided with accommodations to meet their needs.
The University of Illinois at Urbana has a large Greek community that includes thirty-six sororities and sixty-nine fraternities. The Greek system is self-governed by the Inter-Fraternity Council and Pan-Hellenic Council.
The University has modern recreational facilities. The campus has over a thousand clubs and organizations, including athletic, cultural and philanthropic.
Athletics
The University of Illinois at Urbana participates in the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Division one. The University's athletic teams are known as the Fighting Illini. There are eleven women's and ten men's varsity sports. The University is a member of the Big Ten Conference.
Community
Be sure to stop by the Alma Mater bronze statue that is located on campus. It is a tranquil area where the flower bed stretches from the statue to the corner of Green and Wright Streets. This area is known as Alma Mater Plaza.
The botanical garden and 2,000 square foot conservatory, known as the University of Illinois Conservatory and Plant Collection, is located in the Plant Sciences Laboratory Greenhouses on campus. If you have an interest in plants or horticulture, this is a must-see, as is the University of Illinois Arboretum. It includes 160 acres on the south campus and includes a Welcome Garden, Japanese House and Hartley Garden, among others.
There are many other things to see and do in the area that are reasonably priced. Take in the seasonal festivals, go to an art fair, join the weaver's guild, take a dance class, join a bridge club or take a pottery or martial arts class.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign is around 46,000 students, with undergraduate students making up about 73% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $16,800. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $14,000-$17,000
- Out-of-State: $30,000-$36,240
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $2,000-$2,400 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $4,500-$5,400 per credit unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is listed to be around $13,000
- Some programs may have tuition rates locked at the first year rate for up to five years.
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 63% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 50% | $12,793 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 39% | $6,851 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Graduation Rates
With a very high graduation rate of around 84%, University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign is among the most successful schools in the area.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 68% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 14% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 2% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program
- Dance Program
- English Language Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Theatre Program
- Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-A classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big Ten Conference)
- Basketball (Big Ten Conference)
- Track and Field (Big Ten Conference)
- Football (Big Ten Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Economics (B, D, M)
- Animal Science (B, D, M)
- Food Science (B, D, M)
- Agronomy and Crop Science (B, D, M)
- Agricultural Communication (B)
- Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture (M)
- Horticultural Science (B)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, D, M)
- Urban Planning (B, D, M)
- Landscape Architect (B, D, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Molecular Biology (B)
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences (B)
- Biochemistry (B, D, M)
- Biophysics (D, M)
- Botany (D, M)
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Neuroscience (D)
- Cell Biology and Histology (D, M)
- Microbiology (D, M)
- Biotechnology (M)
- Physiology (D, M)
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (D, M)
- Entomology (D, M)
- Bioinformatics (M)
- Ecology
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, D, M)
- Finance (B, D, M)
- Business Administration (B, D, M)
- Labor and Industrial Relations (D, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Risk Management and Insurance (B)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Taxation (M)
- Operations Management (B)
- Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services
Communications and Journalism
- Communication, General (B, D, M)
- Advertising (B, M)
- Broadcast Journalism (B)
- Journalism (B, M)
- Media Studies (B)
- Health Communication (M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
- Information Science (D)
- Computer and Information Sciences (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, D, M)
- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education (D, M)
- Technical Teacher Education (D, M)
- Special Education (B, C, D, M)
- Music Teacher Education (B, D, M)
- ESL (M)
- Agricultural Teacher Education (B, M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, D, M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (C, D, M)
- Art Teacher Education (B, D, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B, M)
- Biology Teacher Education (M)
- Spanish Language Teacher Education (B)
- Education (D)
- Secondary Education (D, M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (M)
- Chemistry Teacher Education (M)
- French Language Teacher Education (B)
- Latin Teacher Education (B)
- Foreign Language Teacher Education
- Social Studies Teacher Education
- German Language Teacher Education
- Physics Teacher Education
- Earth Science Teacher Education
Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Computer Engineering (B)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Bioengineering (B, D, M)
- Materials Engineering (B, D, M)
- Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering (B)
- Industrial Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering Physics (B)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Operations Research (M)
- Environmental and Environmental Health Engineering (D, M)
- Nuclear Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering Mechanics (B, D, M)
- Systems Engineering (D, M)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Rhetoric and Composition (B)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Area Studies (B, M)
- East Asian Studies (B, D, M)
- European Civilization Studies (M)
- Latin American Studies (B, M)
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- Ethnic and Cultural Minority Studies (B)
- Russian Studies (B, M)
- Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American Studies (B)
- African Studies (M)
- Asian Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature (B, D, M)
- Linguistics (B, D, M)
- Language Interpretation and Translation (M)
- Comparative Literature (B, D, M)
- German Language and Literature (B, M)
- French Language and Literature (B, D, M)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B, D, M)
- Slavic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (M)
- Italian Language and Literature (B)
- Portuguese Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine (B, D, M)
- Veterinary Medicine (D)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B, D, M)
- Health Services (B)
- Public Health (M)
- Veterinary Sciences (D, M)
- Athletic Training
- Pre-Veterinary Studies
- Rehabilitation Science
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Systems Science and Theory (B)
- Mathematics and Computer Science (B)
- Nutrition (D, M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
- Advanced Legal Research (M)
- Comparative Law
- Legal Professions and Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Library Science
- Library Science, Librarianship (C, D, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (B, D, M)
- Applied Mathematics (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
- Religious Studies (B, M)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Meteorology (B, D, M)
- Geology (B, D, M)
- Astronomy (B, D, M)
- Chemical Physics
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
- Educational Psychology (D, M)
- Organizational Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, D, M)
- Community Organization and Advocacy (D, M)
- Public Administration
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, D, M)
- Parks and Recreation (B, D, M)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, D, M)
- Geography (B, D, M)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B, C, D, M)
- Industrial Design (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, D, M)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Music Performance (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (M)
- Photography (B)
- Art History (B, D)
- Painting (B)
- Dance (B, M)
- Intermedia, Multimedia (B)
- Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry (B)
- Musicology and Ethnomusicology (D)
- Voice and Opera (B)
- Sculpture (B)
- Jazz and Jazz Studies (B)
- Music Theory and Composition (B)
- Music History, Literature, and Theory
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- Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL (43 miles away)
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