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University of Illinois Chicago

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 3,824
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Acceptance rate 79%
Students retention rate 81%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Chicago, Illinois, UIC is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 79% indicates that UIC is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Illinois Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at UIC is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Illinois is 14-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

UIC boasts an impressive student retention rate of 81% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 72%, respectively.


  • The institution has on-campus hospital
  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

78.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,126

Cost of attendance at University of Illinois Chicago in 2022 for students from Illinois.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average $13,029
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$28,476

Cost of attendance at University of Illinois Chicago in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average $19,104
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 75 of freshman students at University of Illinois Chicago received on average $13,420 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$13,420
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,866 54% $5,066 $9,452,382
Other Federal Grant 1,866 54% $5,232 $9,762,771
State Grant/Scholarships 2,108 61% $5,418 $11,420,442
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 2,471 71% $5,450 $13,466,575
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,582 75% $13,420 $34,649,788

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Illinois Chicago students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Illinois Chicago students is 62.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 63.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 60.6%.

62.3%

  • asian 73.8% 604 students
  • African American 51.6% 162 students
  • white 66.5% 622 students
  • unknown 72.2% 13 students
  • hawaiian 57.1% 4 students
  • hispanic 54.0% 624 students
  • International Students 64.7% 66 students
  • Mixed Race 53.8% 56 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Horizon League
  • Basketball Horizon League
  • Track and Cross Country Horizon League

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Illinois Chicago provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Illinois Chicago offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • High school education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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