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Welcome to Illinois

Why College?

#1 | Employment Opportunities

Unemployment Rates & Earnings by Education

graph showing the trends of higher earnings and lower unemployment rates for students with more education

#2 | Personal Growth

#3 | Independence

Words to Know

  • Major
  • Minor
  • Academic Advisor
  • Degree Requirements
  • Credit Hours
  • Syllabus
  • Tuition
  • Research
  • Residence Hall
  • Resident Advisor

What should
I look for?

Opportunity

Accessibility

Fit

What can I
do now?

Take challenging classes.

Earn good grades.

Get involved.

Explore your interests.

Ask questions.

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How do I
apply?

What We Need

  • Online application
  • Application fee or fee waiver

What We Consider

  • Grades & course rigor
  • ACT or SAT scores
  • Essay
  • Extracurriculars

After You Apply

How can I
afford college?

Types of Aid

pic chart showing the relative percentages of scholarships, loans, and employment as types of aid

Local Scholarships

#1 Return on Investment
in the Big Ten (Payscale)

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We're Here to Help

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