Chicago, IL

University of Illinois Chicago

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of Illinois Chicago is a four-year, public school located in Chicago, IL.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
University of Illinois Chicago is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

77% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 27,085 applied, 20,951 accepted, and 4,419 enrolled in UIC.
2,054 men and 2,365 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,240 SAT, 28 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,240 and ACT score is 28. The SAT score of 1240 is good, 81 to 86 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total113012401350
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing570620670
Math560620680
ACT Score
Composite252831
Math242630
English242832
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $15,949 for Illinois residents and $32,009 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $17,550 for Illinois residents and $27,748 for others.
Tuition has increased by 1.60% compared to last year at University of Illinois Chicago.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

14,395 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $14,289.
For freshmen, 3,339 students (80%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $15,421.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 33,906 students enrolled UIC in 2025.
By gender, 14,994 men and 18,912 women students are enrolled.
There are 22,495 undergraduate and 11,411 graduate students.
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288 Major Programs

  • 13 programs through online
  • 183 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UIC is 62%.
The retention rate is 80% for full-time and 80% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
80%
Students to Faculty Ratio
17 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 3,275 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UIC and the average faculty salary is $132,874. The studetns to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
There are 14,460 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $83,380.
Number of Faculties
3,275
Average Faculty Salary
$132,874
Number of Staffs
14,460
Average Staff Salary
$83,380

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

University of Illinois Chicago is a member of Horizon League.
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