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4.4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 42% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Internships4.2
Part time work4.8
Post study jobs4.3
Quality of faculty4.8
Student Life4.8
Value for money4.4
Public transportation5
Safety4.7
Indian Food3.6
Permanent Immigration3.4
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Master of Science in Information Management - Batch of 2027
Offered by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
4.3
Amazing curriculum and campus life.
Tips: One of the greatest universities in the US. Amazing curriculum and campus life. Plenty of on campus part-time opportunities. It's a campus town so you get to experience student life first hand. Multiple events and competitions take place all year round.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 150
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Information Management - Batch of 2027
Offered by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
4.5
Quite safe campus town to explore.
Tips: Location is remote but a very lovely town with a lot of students and a friendly environment. In my opinion it's better than the city. Part time is easy and food options are also available. The university is very big with a lot of events happening so you always have something to enjoy. Campus town is quite safe, people can roam around at midnight without fear plus the bus services are good.
Likes (Safety): Crimes do happen but it's rare. MTD Connect is a good feature that operates in the campus town which allows you to go from one place to another in the campus town and it's free of cost.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The US in general is a difficult place for permanent settlement so it does not make sense to give any US university above 3 stars. The US is a bad choice for permanent settlement.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 650
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100000
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Information Management - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
4.4
The university provides you with all the required tools; you just need to know how to build it.
Tips: Students must know that the university provides all the necessary facilities for them to succeed but it is up to them to do the work. The opportunities are plenty; you just need to be active enough. The goal here is to network with as many industry professionals and alumni as possible to get a head start and make a career for yourself.
Likes (Safety): There are facilities like safe rides, campus security and being a college town full of students, the safety is pretty high standard. I have personally never experienced any security so far in the 2 years I have stayed on campus. It has all the safety precautions and safeguards in place.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent settlement is way different from attending college. It is dependent on a lot of factors like intention, job aspects, etc. The university provides a good opportunity to learn and work in a good company but a permanent settlement comes way in the future and is not dependent on college but rather the job you pursue.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1025
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 104100
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Information Management - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
4.7
Opportunities, impact and academics.
Tips: UIUC offers strong, rigorous programs, especially in Data and Analytics. The coursework is hands-on and project based, so prior exposure to tools like Python, SQL or visualization helps. It is easy to get part-time jobs on campus. Also, campus life is pretty amazing.
Likes (Indian Food): Signature Grill offers very nice South Indian Food. Average price for a single person is 12 dollars. We have Bombay Market serving items starting from 3.99, which is very cheap for students. It offers various types of Indian cuisines making it the most popular spot for Indian students.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80000
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026Read more
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Master of Education in Educational Administration and Leadership - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
4.3
A big university in a small town with modern facilities.
Tips: The university is truly awesome, you don't have to worry about that. If you are looking for a calm but fun town to spend your 5 years of the Ph.D, then you are looking at the right place. It's very fresh in here. If you are expecting US city life, then you probably need to go to Chicago, which is around 3 hours away from here. There are many on-campus jobs available and even plenty of off-campus jobs as well. If you are a graduate student, it's even better because you can work with professors on their research projects. The hourly pay is also not bad as the expenses in this town are very low. Overall, I am very satisfied with the environment, people, university culture, eating out options, etc.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): In general, there are fewer immigration options in the US. Provided the current scenario, the opportunities are getting even fewer. If I get a chance to permanently immigrate to the US, I would definitely not think twice about it. But the chances are better if you are from a STEM field or Academia.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1400
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70000
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025Read more
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Q:   What is the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign cost of living?
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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign cost of living for international students is inclusive of accommodation facilities, room and board, transportation, personal expenses and more. For Indian students, the total amount sums upto be around INR 15.3L.

ParticularsCost of LivingCost in INR
Food & HousingUSD 14,522INR 12L
Books & SuppliesUSD 1,200INR 1L
Other ExpensesUSD 2,840INR 2.3L
TOTALUSD 18,562INR 15.3L

Conversion Used: 1 USD = INR 82.90

Q:   How is life in the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign?
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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is home away from home for all students studying in university. It is very diverse and inclusive university which offer welcoming and vibrant environment to international students willing to pursue their higher studies in USA. Attending UIUC is one of best experiences. Some of the facilities provided on campus include furnished accommodation facilities with a variety of amenities, meals, cafés, convenience shops, food courts, libraries, student organizations and support services, and a variety of events, clubs to participate in.

Also, UIUC offers a variety of Student Organizations & Unions for candidates to join. Mentioned below are the facilities which make the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign an ideal study abroad option:

  • Student Union: With more than 800 registered students, the UIUC student union give them the opportunity to explore interests, network, learn about careers, find/develop a hobby, meet and befriend new people, join organizations, and contribute to their college life.
  • Housing: Students can live on-campus, that too in affordable prices.
  • Career Services: A variety of career services are offered to UIUC students such as resume building, interview preparations, mock interview sessions, feedback sessions, part-time job opportunites, help in securing jobs, and more.
Q:   Is the UIUC gym free?
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Yes, the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign gym is free for all the students enrolled in full-time courses at the university. Also, students must pay the Student Service Fee in order to get access to all the recreational facilities available on-campus. Some other amenities include multi-purpose room, sports hall, squash courts, athletics track, hockey ground, cricket ground, tennis ground, and more.

Q:   What are some helpful tips for students starting their first semester in UIUC?
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UIUC is one of best universities in USA and students across the world desire to study here. Listed below are some helpful tips for students starting their first semester in UIUC:

  • Academic Routine: Build a practical routine for studies and make use of the academic resources offered by UIUC.
  • Connect with Faculty: Students must build a healthy relationship with professors and is helpful with studies as well as job opportunities.
  • Co-curricular Activities: Participate in events, clubs, trips, community organisation, volunteering and more.
  • Gym & Fitness: Fitness freaks can make use of the equipments at UIUC in order to build a healthy routine for themselves.
  • Planning Finances: Since studying abroad is expensive, students must plan their budget and invest/spend their money mindfully while studying in UIUC.
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