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#9
public & #33 overall university in the U.S. (U.S. News)

27
Pulitzer & 23 Nobel Prize winners among faculty & alumni

92
Fortune 100 companies recruited Illini last year

35,000+
undergraduates

50
U.S. states & 123 countries represented on campus

18:1
student-to-faculty ratio

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With 150+ programs across 11 academic communities, chances are we have the major for you.

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Education

A top university with a legacy of innovation, we provide a challenging, progressive environment to help you realize your goals.

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Culture

Fostering a spirit of openness, access, and equity, our expansive and supportive community allows you a place to thrive.

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return on investment
in the Big Ten (Payscale)

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First-year applicants are students who will head to college for the first time after graduating high school.

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Transfer applicants are students who enrolled in a degree-seeking program at a higher education institution after graduating high school.

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Meet Our Students

Michael

Michael

Michael's dad has always told him, "Your altitude is only as high as your attitude." The Gies Scholar and Fulbright Summer Institute student has taken that lesson to heart.

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Abbey

Abbey

From her nationally recognized campaign for menstrual equality to her work as a social work major, Abbey's committed to improving the lives of those around her.

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Curtis

Curtis

"If people want to learn about the world and how to connect things together, it's chemistry." Hear more on what current Illini Curtis has to say about his passion (and major).

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The Meaning of the Illinois Reputation

Our students and faculty are always adapting to new eras to stay at the forefront of educational success.

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Support Resources on Campus

Our students have access to many support resources, all of which are here to help you live your best college life.

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25 Common College Terms

To help you better navigate the college search process, we've broken down some basic college vocabulary.

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