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The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve more than 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the educational, technological and cultural fabric of one of the world’s greatest cities.
The University of Illinois Chicago provides a hands-on learning experience in a supportive, diverse environment. Located in downtown Chicago, UIC offers you the opportunity to live, learn, and excel in the third-largest city in the US.
As one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse universities in the country, UIC’s welcoming environment gives you the chance to study, work and grow with classmates who will broaden your perspectives and worldview.
More than a century of discovery and service
The University of Illinois Chicago traces its origins to several private health colleges that were founded in Chicago during the 19th century.
In the 20th century, new campuses were built in Chicago and later joined together to form a comprehensive learning community. In the last three decades, UIC has transformed itself into one of the top 65 research universities in the United States.
At UIC, there’s a lot to learn
The University of Illinois Chicago features 16 academic colleges, 86 bachelor’s, 111 master’s and 66 doctoral degree programs. That means plenty of opportunities to explore your interests.
At UIC, you’ll learn from award-winning professors: American Association for the Advancement of Science fellows, Fulbright scholars and National Science Foundation Career Award winners.
With approximately 2,950 faculty members and a low 1-to-18 faculty-student ratio, UIC undergraduates have exceptional access to the scientists, artists, writers, clinicians, educators and innovators whose work shapes our world.
UIC is a leader in research
As Chicago’s only public research university, real-world problems are solved through innovation and discovery. Research at the University of Illinois Chicago is re-shaping educational policy; developing cleaner, more sustainable energy; helping to make sense of today’s vast amounts of computer-generated data; and driving economic development by moving research to practical application. Outstanding programs range from the creation of new medical diagnostic techniques to turning carbon dioxide into fuel. You will find opportunities to pursue your interests in-depth with researchers on the cutting edge of discovery in the humanities, social sciences, natural and medical sciences and engineering.
An exciting future lies beyond the walls of UIC, and we want to assist you in your transition from student to professional.
The Office of Career Services provides educational workshops to help you write résumés and cover letters, search for jobs, learn interview and networking tips, use social media in your job search and many more topics. The office also provides guidance if you are undecided in your major or are considering graduate school.
We can also help you navigate job sites on the internet, find career fairs and secure an internship.
CAMPUS HOUSING, UIC
The UIC Library welcomes everyone. We have five locations among four Illinois cities, in addition to the UIC School of Law Library. Many of our collections and services are online.
At the University of Illinois at Chicago we believe that good health is important for academic success. Our students have access to a wide variety of healthcare and wellness services provided through a variety of campus services. Collectively, we encourage students to explore these services and be an active participant in their own well-being and overall success.
The Student Health Fee (or Health Services Fee) is assessed to all students at UIC. The Health Fee should not be confused with CampusCare, the student health insurance program.
Services provided by the Student Health Fee include Family Medicine, Counseling Center, Wellness Center, and the UI Health Pharmacy.
CampusCare is the student health insurance program. All students must maintain health insurance throughout their student careers. This can be via CampusCare or other insurance coverage. If students have alternative insurance coverage, they must submit an online waiver for the CampusCare program.
Together, the Student Health Fee and CampusCare (or your personal insurance) work in conjunction to provide comprehensive medical coverage to our students.
We invite you to visit the University of Illinois at Chicago, one of the nation’s most diverse campuses and Chicago’s largest university, located just a mile from the Loop. The east side of campus is home to most undergraduate classes, student housing, the Credit Union 1 Arena, recreation facilities and Student Center East. The west side of campus includes the health sciences colleges and medical center, recreation facilities and Student Center West. The south area of campus has student housing, retail shops, athletics fields and The Isadore & Sadie Dorin Forum, a conference and events center.
The University of Illinois Fighting Illini play in the BIG10 Conference and have a diverse athletic department. Their many sports teams include: Men’s football, baseball, basketball, golf, soccer, tennis and wrestling, while their women’s teams include: Basketball, cross country, golf, gymnastics, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field and volleyball.
With almost 300 student organizations, UIC provides a wide range of opportunities for students to get involved and develop community. Student organizations play a significant role in providing effective learning environments for students, preparing members to live and work in a global community and develop affinity for the campus.
In addition to building lasting friendships and relationships, student organizations provide many benefits including serving as a forum for academic discourse, personal growth and development, leadership development, intercultural understanding and community engagement often for a lifetime. Involved students tend to perform better academically and are more likely to graduate when compared with their non-involved peers.
Chicago’s largest and most diverse university— U.S. News & World Report.
Illinois’ only university ranked ‘Best Value’ in the nation (#8) — Wall Street Journal.
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