Deadline Update: We want to ensure anyone applying for federal financial aid has enough time to make an informed decision regarding their college choice! For this reason, we're extending our enrollment decision deadline to May 15.

Preparing for UIUC

Pursue Your Passion

Here at UIUC, you can enroll in world-class majors ranging from accountancy to voice. Not sure what you want to study yet? No worries. We've got tools to help.

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Ready to Apply?

Once you've decided to apply to UIUC, the rest is easy.

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How to Apply

Applying doesn't need to be intimidating, especially with all the resources you have at your fingertips.

Application Checklist

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When to Apply

You'll never have to worry about missing an important deadline again.

Dates & Deadlines

What's Required

Wondering what you should be doing now to prepare for your future here on campus? Read our year-by-year recommendations for your high school experience, and then check out the formal requirements for attending UIUC.

Yearly Planning Requirements

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How We Review

If you want to get into UIUC, is it better to get straight As? Take AP-only classes? Participate in every extracurricular sport your school offers? Wonder no longer.

Review Process

Writing Prompts

Get a sneak peak at the writing prompts you'll be asked to answer on your UIUC application, and learn how to answer those prompts like a pro.

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Major-Specific Questions

When you apply to UIUC, you'll respond to two to three major-specific prompts. Prepare for these questions now with our assistance!

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The UIUC Essay

Stressed about writing your official application essay? Don't be! We're here to help you represent yourself well with an irresistible essay.

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College Credit

If you've taken college-level classes in high school, you might be able to get UIUC course credit for them.

Credit Options

More to Explore

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Make Your High School Experience Count

High school is the perfect time for making friends, experiencing new things, and preparing for college. Does this sound like a lot to fit into four years? Let us help!

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Testing Tips

Let's be honest: No one looks forward to standardized tests. But with our testing tips to help you, you'll be able to take the ACT or SAT with confidence (and maybe even aplomb!).

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How to Apply to UIUC

The day has come, and you're ready to apply to UIUC. Congratulations! Make sure you don't miss a single deadline, application checklist item, or chance to show off your abilities.

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Application FAQ

Still have questions? We have answers.

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