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University of Illinois Springfield

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,123
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Acceptance rate 80%
Students retention rate 67%
On-time graduation rate 53%

Located in Springfield, Illinois, UIS 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 80% indicates that UIS is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Illinois Springfield 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.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, UIS emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at UIS is 67% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Illinois is 70%, while the national average is 72%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at UIS do not continue their studies after the first year.


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

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

79.5%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$11,911

Cost of attendance at University of Illinois Springfield 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

$21,526

Cost of attendance at University of Illinois Springfield 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, 94 of freshman students at University of Illinois Springfield received on average $12,335 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.

$12,335
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 125 43% $5,267 $658,324
Other Federal Grant 125 43% $5,577 $697,160
State Grant/Scholarships 156 53% $5,104 $796,269
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 254 87% $7,475 $1,898,631
Total Grant & Scholarships 275 94% $12,335 $3,392,060

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Illinois Springfield 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 Springfield students is 53.4%. Female students graduated at a rate of 53.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 53.1%.

53.4%

  • asian 62.5% 5 students
  • African American 42.9% 30 students
  • white 64.4% 85 students
  • hispanic 35.3% 12 students
  • International Students 55.6% 5 students
  • Mixed Race 37.5% 3 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Great Lakes Valley Conference
  • Basketball Great Lakes Valley Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great Lakes Valley Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

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

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

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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