University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, your experience extends beyond the classroom. Not only will you find a world-class education on campus, but you'll also find a welcoming, spirited community full of people to meet, insights to gain, and unlimited ways to grow.
Accepts first-year applicationsMidwestPublicSuburbanLarge (15,000+)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
Our first-year application is available beginning September 1. To be eligible for early action, you must submit your application by November 1, and all required items must be received by November 7. The last day to apply is January 5. For more information on our first-year application process, visit the How to Apply, Help With Applying, and Frequently Asked Questions sections of our website.
Transfer
Our transfer application is available beginning September 1 for spring applicants and January 15 for fall applicants. If you’re applying for spring admission, the deadline is October 15. If you’re applying for fall admission, the deadline is April 1, with a priority deadline of February 1. Always check our dates and deadlines page for the most updated information. For more details on our transfer application process, visit the How to Apply and Frequently Asked Questions sections of our website.
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Additional information
Our net price calculator can give you a better idea of how much your attendance may cost you after receiving financial aid. This estimate is based on full-time enrollment and doesn't include merit-based or outside scholarships.
You can apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is available to everyone regardless of financial need. If you're an Illinois resident who isn't otherwise eligible for federal financial aid, you can submit the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid.
Illinois residents whose family income is below a certain threshold may be eligible for our Illinois Commitment financial aid package, which covers the cost of tuition and campus fees.
You can apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is available to everyone regardless of financial need. If you're an Illinois resident who isn't otherwise eligible for federal financial aid, you can submit the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid.
Illinois residents whose family income is below a certain threshold may be eligible for our Illinois Commitment financial aid package, which covers the cost of tuition and campus fees.
Visit us
Get a better feel for Illinois and all it can offer you by visiting us in person or exploring campus virtually. This is one of the best ways to picture yourself as part of our university and discover whether it’s the place for you. Visit our website to view a variety of options and sign up!
“What makes this university so special is its ability to serve students in a way that honors where you come from and supports who you’re becoming.”