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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Rankings 2026

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Shiksha popularity ranking
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#69 in World

#25 in USA

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  • Institute Icon6370 acre campus
  • Estd. 1867
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University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
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Q:   What is the ranking of University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in world?
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The University of Illinois Urbana Champaign is one of the finest universities for higher education in the United States. Moreover, the university is ranked by top-ranking authorities such as Shiksha Grading, US News & World Report, Times Higher Education, and more. According to the Shiksha Grading, the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign is ranked A+. Furthermore, the UIUC ranking in the world is mentioned below:

Ranked ByRank in 2024
QS Best Global Universities#64
THE-World University Ranking#42
US News & World Report -Best Global Universities#74


University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Ranking

#25

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Shiksha Popularity Rank
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World rank by different ranking providers

Shiksha

#69

THE Ranking

#41

ARWU Ranking

#53

QS Ranking

#70

US News Ranking

#109
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Q:   What is the ranking at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign?
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The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign has shown a high ranking trend throughout the recent years in many categories that are given as follows:

Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings: Ranked #69 in 2025.
US News & World Report Rankings: Ranked #35 for National Universities in 2024, #12 among Top Public Schools, and #150 for Best Value Schools
Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings: Ranked #42 in 2024
US News Best Global Universities: Ranked #74 overall, #25 for Global Research Reputation, and #17 for Regional Research Reputation.
Computer Science: Ranked #5 in the US according to US News.

In addition, UIUC has received the following subject-specific rankings:
Agricultural Sciences: #25
Arts and Humanities: #83
Biology and Biochemistry: #58
Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology: #43
Condensed Matter Physics: #81

University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Course Ranking

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MS

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Specializations in MS Program

Civil Engineering

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Electrical Engineering

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MBA/PGDM

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Electrical Engineering

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Q:   What are the overall course rankings at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign?
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Shiksha has ranked some of the top courses offered at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign such as Engineering, Science, and Business & Management Studies. The overall course Shiksha Popularity rankings at the university are given as follows:

Course Shiksha Popularity Rank 
MS #13
Civil Engineering #1
Electrical Engineering #5
BE/BTech #7
Computer Science Engineering #7
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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign Ranking by US News and World Report 2025

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100109– / –
National University353336
Aerospace Engineering PG77– / –
Best Graduate Law Schools4348– / –
Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools191514
Biomedical Engineering PG1716– / –
Chemical Engineering PG1211– / –
Civil Engineering PG11– / –
Computer Engineering PG45– / –
Electrical Engineering PG44– / –
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Mechanical Engineering PG67– / –
UG Business171412
UG Computer Engineering455
UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering555
UG Mechanical Engineering594

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign Comparison with Other Universities: US News

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Q:   What are the US News rankings at University of Illinois Urbana Champaign?
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US News and World Report is known to be a recognised leader in graduate school and college and other rankings as well. It also releases National, Global, Regional and Subject Rankings. The US News rankings of the university are given as follows

Year US News Global Universities Rankings 
2023#74
2024#100
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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds 2026

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Accounting and Finance
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5148– / –
Architecture and Built Environment5151– / –
Art and Design201201– / –
Biological Sciences8882– / –
Communication and Media Studies3642– / –
Engineering and Technology
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2223– / –
Law and Legal Studies151201– / –
Mathematics5956– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering3335– / –
Medicine201201– / –
Nursing151– / –– / –
Performing Arts101101– / –
Physics and Astronomy2425– / –
Politics– / –301– / –
Sociology151101– / –

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign Comparison with Other Universities: Quacquarelli Symonds

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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign Ranking by Times Higher Education (THE) 202

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Arts and Humanities10192– / –
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PG Business and Economics
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PG Computer Science
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Psychology3548– / –

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According to the Times Higher Education university rankings, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign has been ranked in the top 50 universities in the nation. The rankings of the university according to THE university level rankings are given as follows:

Year University Rank 
202348
202442
202546
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University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign ARWU (Shanghai) Ranking 2024

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Law101201– / –
Mathematics3351– / –
Physics2734– / –
Political Sciences101101– / –
Sociology3576– / –

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University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 43% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
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Fun loving
Internships4.2
Part time work4.7
Post study jobs4.3
Quality of faculty5
Student Life4.8
Value for money4.3
Public transportation5
Safety4.5
Indian Food3.2
Permanent Immigration3.5
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Master of Education in Educational Administration and Leadership - Batch of 2026
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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Professional Master of Computer Science (MCS) - Batch of 2020
4.5
One of the best CS grad schools where I was able to make net positive money during my Masters!
Tips: Do not let cold weather be a reason for not joining UIUC, you get used to it. Apart from the thesis, there is no difference between MS and MS programme and both are considered the same for job applications but the thesis programme helps you improve your profile by getting to work with a professor on a research project. Computer Science programme has decent TA/RA opportunities and if you get one, you get 100% fee waiver and $2500 monthly stipend which is well above the monthly expenses. Post covid, intake to the professional MS programme has significantly increased from ~60 to ~300 resulting in a lot more competition to get a TA/RA.
Likes (Quality of faculty): UIUC has some of the best faculty in Computer Science, many times professors teach content that has been published in books by themselves. UIUC has many diverse professors, a very wide choice of course selection and a lot of flexibility in choosing courses.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Since Urban-Champaign is a college town, there are not that many Indian restaurants and for people who eat Jain food, there are hardly any food options outside. But there are many events in the department buildings where you can occasionally get free Pizzas.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Systems and Entrepreneurial Engineering - Batch of 2022
5
Best campustown in USA which gives you most bang for your buck compared to anywhere in states
Tips: Very accommodating culture. It will be the best experience of your life. Teachers are very knowledgeable. MS programme can be tailored to your liking where you can take courses from any department without much restrictions. This happened to be the best experience of my life.
Likes (Safety): Campustown is organized in a manner where all the students converge to Green Street where we have everything needed creating an awesome environment to meet new people and have fun. Cricket lovers can join Cricket Club of Illinois for a rewarding cricket experience and tons of tournaments in summer.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Faculty is very approachable and compassionate. After first semester most Masters student can find a RA or TA position. Try to meet with the faculty and show what drives you to do research and teaching and you will get a way around. The faculty is well-educated and mostly from universities ranked above UIUC.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 900
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 62650
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2024
4.1
Most people and faculty are friendly.
Tips: Champaign is the best town to live in for those coming to the US for the first time. Pros such as low rent, a friendly campus, etc. can be of help. I availed a Research Assistantship which resulted in a tuition fee waiver. Very satisfied with my courses and the University.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2023
3.9
My Review on doing a Masters in UIUC
Tips: Since the university is in Illinois, the weather during the winters is brutal, which most Indians will find difficult to adapt to. Hence I advise you to buy proper winter clothes when winter approaches. The grocery stores on or near campus are also expensive, so you need to learn how to buy food in bulk without wasting anything. UIUC has a large diaspora of not only Indians but other nationalities as well, so socializing is necessary but not tedious. Despite this, feelings of loneliness can set in since everyone will be busy studying for their courses, which one should be prepared for.
Likes (Public transportation): The campus has a functional transportation service which is free for students of UIUC, with plenty of buses there to reach most parts of Champaign-Urban. Despite buses taking more time to reach the destination you wish to go to, the part that is already included in your tuition fees is convenient since one pays $60 as public transportation fees.
Dislikes (Value for money): Since I did my Masters in Aerospace Engineering, finding internships for myself was tedious due to ITAR. And unlike Indian institutes, we have to find internships by ourselves because most companies that come to the career fair look for US citizens only, though I would advise going to the career fair anyway to network.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85000
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2024Read more
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2026
4.3
You will be required to work hard.
Tips: UIUC is a work hard-play hard type of university. If you're into that, then definitely do apply! Also keep in mind that UIUC does not give out many scholarships to international students. The research opportunities are great here, along with more than 1000+ clubs and organizations.
Likes (Public transportation): The bus transportation system is one of the best in the country. The bus system is free for all students, and the bus network extends beyond the campus, to the surrounding Champaign-Urbana area. There are a number of buses, which means there's never a shortage or long waiting time on them. Buses are also more so generally they are quite on time.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There aren't many authentic versions of Indian dishes in the dining halls. Although, you could get Indian food in restaurants outside the campus. Some days, in particular dining halls such as ISR, Indian food is provided in the form of samosas or paneer, however I wouldn't rely on the authenticity.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 6516
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2023Read more
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