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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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The Illinois
Legacy
By the Numbers
- 35,000+ undergraduates
- 1,350 new transfers each fall
- #1 most students of color among
top-ranked Midwest universities (NCES)
What's Your Passion?
What's Your Passion?
- College of Agricultural, Consumer,
& Environmental Sciences - College of Applied Health Sciences
- College of Education
- College of Fine & Applied Arts
- College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
- College of Media
- Gies College of Business
- Grainger College of Engineering
- School of Information Sciences
- School of Social Work
- Division of Exploratory Studies
In the Classroom
- Fewer than 50 students in 80% of classes
- 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio
- Readily available office hours
Beyond the Classroom
- 40% of Illini participate in research
- 30% of Illini study abroad
- 1,000 student organizations
undergradresearch.illinois.edu | studyabroad.illinois.edu | go.illinois.edu/studentgroups
Campustown
- #13 U.S. college town (Best College Reviews)
- A top 100 best place to live in America (Livability)
Community
- 39 residence halls
- 10 Living-Learning Communities
- Off-Campus Community Living
Support
- Career Center
- Counseling Center
- Cultural Centers
- Disability Resources
& Educational Services - Gender & Sexuality
Resource Center - International Student
& Scholar Services - McKinley Health Center
- Michael L. Jeffries, Sr. Office for Access & Academic Success
- Student Assistance Center
- Veteran Student
Support Services - Women's Resource Center
Unmatched Success
- 89% transfer bachelor's completion rate,
one of the highest in the country (U.S. Dept. of Education) - 18,000 unique employers,
including 92 Fortune 100 companies,
recruited Illini last year - Top employers included Deloitte, Amazon, Chase, Apple, Caterpillar, Microsoft, IBM, & PepsiCo
- #1 return on investment
in the Big Ten (PayScale)
Preparing to Transfer
45-Credit-Hour Rule
Resources
- Transfer Handbook:
go.illinois.edu/transfer-handbook - Transfer Guide:
go.illinois.edu/transfer-articulation - Open Majors by Term:
go.illinois.edu/openmajors - Transfer Credit:
transferology.com
Gen Eds
Applying to Illinois
2024-2025 Dates
Spring
Application Filing Period:
September 1 - October 15
Notification: November to December
Fall
Application Filing Period:
January 15 - April 5
Priority Deadline: March 1
Notification: March to May
Requirements
- Online application
- Application fee or fee waiver
- All college transcripts
- Proof of high school
graduation - Proof of English
proficiency
Essay
Explain your interest in the major you selected. Describe how you have recently developed this interest, inside and/or outside of the classroom, and how this major relates to your professional goals. (300-400 words)
Undeclared applicants: Explain your academic interests and strengths or your future career goals. You may include any majors or areas of study you are currently considering. (300-400 words)
Second-Choice Major
- No disadvantage for admission to first choice
- If none selected, only considered for first choice
Review
- Required coursework
- College GPA
- High school credentials
(if applicable) - Essay
- Involvement
Application Status
Enrolling at Illinois
Admitted Checklist
- Accept/Decline Offer
- Financial Aid
- Housing
- New Student Registration
- Transcripts
Cost
Estimated Expenses for 2024-2025
| Illinois Resident | Non-Resident | International | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $17,640-$22,904 | $36,760-$44,664 | $37,708-$47,796 |
| Food & Housing | $14,522 | $14,522 | $14,522 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,840 | $2,840 |
| Total Cost | $35,862-$41,126 | $55,322-$63,226 | $56,270-$66,358 |
Aid
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid
Free Tuition Program
- 1 in 4 incoming students received
Illinois Commitment in 2022-2023 - Covers tuition and fees for Illinois residents
with a family income of $75,000 or less (effective fall 2025)
Adjusting to Campus
- Welcome Week
- Transfer Orientation
- Illini Transfer Ambassadors
We're Here to Help
217-333-0302 | transfer@illinois.edu
