UIUC Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 42.37%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1440. Excellent SAT scores, indicating highly competitive applicants and often placing them in the top percentiles nationally.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $18,267
- Out-of-State Tuition: $40,096
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UIUC:
- Total Enrollment: 59,238, including 9,212 online students
- 37,140 Undergraduate, 22,098 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 53.7% men, 46.3% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 85%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 95%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 382 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 22 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 219 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UIUC Overview
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is a four-year, public school located in Champaign, IL. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UIUC's tuition & fees is $18,267 for Illinois residents and $40,096 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 55% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $17,924.
The school has a total enrollment of 59,238 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
UIUC's acceptance rate is 42.37% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 28.83%. The median SAT score is 1440 and the ACT score is 32.
UIUC ranked 51st in National Universities and 4th in Illinois Colleges rankings. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is $18,267 for in-state students and $40,096 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $19,278 for in-state students and $34,406 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $18,476 for Illinois residents and $41,021 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,729 for Illinois residents and $35,189 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $18,267 | $40,096 |
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| Graduate | $19,278 | $34,406 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $18,476 | $41,021 |
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| Graduate | $19,729 | $35,189 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UIUC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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