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a week agoContributor-Level 10
To get admission to Illinois University Chicago, applicants have to meet the requirements. We have mentioned below the UIC Requirements for Undergraduate Admissions:
- Must complete a high school Diploma in a relevant discipline
- Submit English proficiency test scores, if first language is not English ·
- Provide additional test score of ACT/SAT (if required)
- Note: Please do not submit your original or only set of academic credentials. No documents will be returned to you.
UIC Requirements for Graduate Admissions
- Must complete a 4-6 year bachelor; master following completion of 3 year bachelor; completion of
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
The 2025-26 University of Illinois cost for on-campus accommodation is given below:
Housing options | Academic year 2025-2026 Rates |
|---|---|
Academic and residential complex | Private: INR 11L |
Common North (CMN) | Suite Private (3-4 residents): INR 10L |
Common West (CMW) | Private: INR 9.5L |
Common South (CMS) | Private: INR 9.5L |
Courtyard (CTY) | Suite Private (3 resident unit): INR 10L |
James Stukel Tower (JST) | Suite Private: INR 11L |
Marie Robinson Hall/ Thomas Beckham Hall | Studio Apartment for 1: INR 14L |
Single Student Residence (SSR) | 1-person studio: INR 12L |
1 USD = INR 85.51
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, the University of Illinois Chicago has an international community of over 4,000 students, scholars, and employees. As of Fall 2024, the total number of UG international (nonresident) student enrollment crossed 1,800.
The University of Illinois Chicago acceptance rate for international students is about 51.2%, meaning that of every 100 students who apply to UIC admissions, around 51 are likely to receive an admission offer from the university. This makes securing admission at UIC moderately selective for international applicants.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
The University of Illinois at Chicago secures a global rank #285 as part of the latest Global University Rankings, rolled out by Shiksha.
Another prominent university ranking platform, ranks it #365 as part of its own variation of Global Rankings for the year 2025.
Further, on a national level, the institute ranks #65, with its MA & MS course being among its best performing courses at the national level, securing ranks #39 & #54, respectively.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
The University of Illinois is among an exclusive group of US based universities to be classifed as a Tier-1 research institution (R1). As per an official media release by UIC, the institute retained its status of being a R1 university since 1987.
The R1 universities are known for conducting an high volume of research & an minimium expenditure of USD 50 million in research related activities over the course of an academic year.
The R1 status is awarded by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
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6 months agoContributor-Level 10
Both University of Illinois at Chicago & ASU are among the best institutions in the United States. However, both are selective to varying degrees, when it comes to admitting students, the UOI acceptance rate is 79%, while that of ASU is around 90%.
Thus, it can be inferred that securing a seat at ASU is relatively easier as compared to at UOI.
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8 months agoContributor-Level 7
The University of Illinois at Chicago and the Illinois Institute of Technology are two popular universities to study MS in Electrical Engineering in the USA. They both offer quality education at an affordable cost to students. The table below includes a comparison between these two universities in terms of their tuition fees and ranking:
| Universities | First Year Fees | Ranking |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Chicago | INR 17.48 L | 365 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | INR 27.43 L | 601 |
Both the universities looks good in terms of their ranking and fees. Therefore, it's your choice where you wish to study the program.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 8
As per an unofficial source, the University of Illinois Chicago ranked at #80 among national universities which is better than the NIU ranking at #273 position. The UIC is also exceeding in terms of graduation rates and easier selection than NIU. However, the tuition cost is more affordable at Northern Illinois University as compared to UIC. Students can get more clarity from the comparison table given below:
Particulars | University of Illinois Chicago | Northern Illinois University |
|---|---|---|
US News National Rankings 2024 | #80 | #273 |
Acceptance Rate | 79% | 70% |
Graduation Rate | 40% | 33% |
Tuition Cost | UG: INR 22L-INR 49L PG: INR 13L-INR 37L | UG: INR 10L-INR 16.5L PG: INR 8L-INR 45L |
Student-faculty ratio | 17:1 | 14:1 |
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11 months agoContributor-Level 10
With about 244 acres of campus size, UIC is the biggest institution in Chicago and has one of the most diversified campuses in the country. The campus is located next to the Chicago loop, close to the west side neighborhood area. The credit union arena, student housing, recreational facilities, and undergraduate courses occupy the majority of the east campus. The west campus, on the other hand, has medical facilities, entertainment centers, health Science institutions, and more. Student accommodation, retail stores, sports fields, forums, and conference and event spaces are all located on the south campus.
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