Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at The University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago

3.9 /5

(11 Reviews)

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Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at
UIC
Overview

Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy at The University of Illinois at Chicago is a popular program among Indian students. For admission to this course, which has 5 to 6 years, an Indian student needs to be eligible and submit documents. The documents to be submitted are academic qualifications, standardised text and language test score, resume and others. English language tests accepted by the university such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE. The first-year tuition fee for this course at the time of admission is USD 29,360 (INR 2,818,266). Also, there is regular spending on food, travel, staying, books, supplies and others. The annual cost of living is typically USD 14,600 (INR 1,401,454) at The University of Illinois at Chicago.

Duration	5 - 6 years
Tuition & Fees	₹27.95 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy

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Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at
UIC
Fees

When planning for the Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy, applicants should consider the financial aspects involved. Every student must pay the first-year tuition fee of USD 29,360 (INR 2,818,266). Additionally, it is also important to account for living expenses such as accommodation, food, and utility costs. Such expenses may vary according to living styles and other fees added by the The University of Illinois at Chicago. However, accordingly to the official website the average cost of living that international students have to bear is USD 14,600 (INR 1,401,454), annually. To know about the complete breakdown of the The University of Illinois at Chicago Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy fee structure and all other cost-element-wise expenditures for an elaborate cost overview, please check the table below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 27,95,175

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 13,89,971
Books and supplies	INR 1,33,285

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.2035 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 26ᵗʰ August 2026

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Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at
UIC
Entry Requirements

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55%
Applicant must have passed high school with 55%

Recommended prerequisites:

English

Mathematics (including algebra, geometry, advanced algebra/trigonometry)

Science

Science and Social Science

Foreign Language
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TOEFL

Marks - 80/120
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PTE

Marks - 54/90
no less than 50

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
no less than 6

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Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at
UIC
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#272	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027
#56	USA Ranking QS, 2026
#84	National University US News & World Report, 2026

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Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at
UIC
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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The University of Illinois at Chicago
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

18% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Academically oriented

Sporty

Internships2.9

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs4.1

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.6

Public transportation4.9

Safety3.7

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration3.1

Anonymous

MA in Political Science - Batch of 2027

3.9

Student life in Chicago.

Tips: There was a slight cultural shock in terms of body language, pace of life and even how classes are conducted here. There is a lot more student autonomy here than I am used to, but the class registration and academic advising are a bit chaotic and rent is expensive as well. You'll have better luck networking outside of campus as compared to the student centres for placements. Good country to live in and work in.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2400

Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 103725

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Business Analytics/MS in Finance - Batch of 2026

3.6

Lots to do and explore here.

Tips: The finance and business programs here are well thought out and planned in a way that gives you an understanding of the core of business management. Classes are very practically conducted and professors help bring in multiple perspectives to better your understanding. Admin work can be slow and I've even seen delays in the visa process, so be aware. I've had a good learning experience here.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1750

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

MA in Communication - Batch of 2025

3.7

My university life in Chicago is decent.

Tips: The student experience here is very subjective and tends to vary based on involvement and perspective. You are expected to have an independent mind and tackle coursework problems your own way, especially if you're in a creative major. The best part about the university is its location in downtown Chicago which helps a lot with connectivity and giving a city feel. Be wary of theft and pickpockets.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1600

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

BS in Computer Science - Batch of 2025

3.9

Awesome place and great opportunity.

Tips: It's good about being in middle of the city. You should be outgoing to network and meet more and more people. And beware of the weather. It changes quite quickly and goes really coud. Easy to score a great Goa but be up to date with assignments and stuff.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2000

Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90000

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Business Analytics/MS in Management Information Systems - Batch of 2025

3.1

The college is good but the quality has deteriorated over time.

Tips: The University of Illinois at Chicago is good. The faculty works hard to give students the best education possible, even though fee waivers have been removed and the dean of CBA has changed, which has affected funding a lot. On-campus positions are good, and every student gets one in the end. The campus atmosphere is excellent. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.

Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation system here is excellent. There is no place you can't reach with the public transport. With both metro and buses, things only get easier. The only downside is that safety is a concern. There are too many homeless people and gun violence is very high, so you have to be on your toes at all times.

Dislikes (Internships): The market is bad right now, and students are having a hard time getting internships. Even experienced students are finding it difficult to land one. The college doesn't provide much support to help students get internships, but the market has improved recently and is looking positive at the moment.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1275

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 89850

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2024Read more

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Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy
at
UIC
Highlights

Joint BA in Urban Studies/Master of Public Policy is offered by College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs under The University of Illinois at Chicago, USA.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 5.5-6 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.