#13
U.S. college town
(Best College Reviews)
A Top
100 best place to live in America (Livability)
A Top
inclusive city for the LGBTQ+ community (Municipal Equality Index)
90+
parks & green spaces
A Top College Town
Get to Know Champaign-Urbana
The twin cities of Champaign and Urbana combine to form a vibrant, innovative community in which our campus is the heart. As you explore the many perks of big-city living in this affordable, micro-urban location, you'll quickly discover why we earn regular honors as a top college town.
Where We're Located
With a total population of 128,000, C-U is located in east central Illinois, just two hours south of Chicago.
About Town
Living local is the culture in C-U, with three distinct spaces—campustown, downtown Champaign, and downtown Urbana—to enhance your experience.
Things to Do
Here's a list of things you can do in C-U to distract you from homework as necessary.
Upcoming Events
See what's happening in C-U right now, from festivals to live music to exhibits and more!