What makes UIUC stand out among other American universities?
#2
international student population among U.S. public institutions
11,548
international students from 126 countries
#12
public & #35 overall university in the U.S. (U.S. News)
92
Fortune 100 companies recruited Illini grads last year
27
Pulitzer & 23 Nobel prize winners among faculty and alumni
95%
of Illini secured a job or graduate opportunity within 6 months of graduation
But there’s more to us than that. Discover dozens of reasons why we’re unique!
We're proud to be a diverse, international campus. The following are the best-represented countries in our undergraduate population.
No matter what you choose to study, you can expect exceptional professors, engaging classes, and an education that will help you achieve your goals.
With 150+ programs across 11 academic communities, chances are we have the major for you.
Choosing your field of study is a big decision. Let us help you narrow things down!
As an international student, you'll follow our first-year or transfer application process, plus a few additional steps.
If you’re a first-year college student, this may be your first experience with a college application. Fortunately, we’ve made the process easy.
Transferring to UIUC from another school means a slightly different application process. We're here to give you all the details.
As an international student, you need to be aware of some extra requirements when applying. Make sure there are no surprises along the way!
International students are a critical part of UIUC, and our International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) department can help you take control of every aspect of your experience here.
No matter what your country of origin is, we have events and international student groups that will make it easy to meet new people from all backgrounds.
At UIUC, you’ll find events for you as well as opportunities to learn about other cultures.
Thanks to the diversity of our international student groups, you’ll find a community that’s right for you!
We understand the safety concerns international students and families often have when it comes to attending school so far from home. We’re here to reassure you that UIUC is a safe, secure community.
Public transportation in a new country doesn’t have to be difficult, especially with the resources available in Champaign-Urbana.
As an international student, you'll probably arrive in Illinois via Chicago. Chicago is only a few hours away from campus, and getting from there to here is easy!
No car? No problem. UIUC is located in a bike- and pedestrian-friendly college town, with plenty of public transportation options available.
Financial aid can be a little more complicated when you’re coming to UIUC from another country. Here's everything you need to know.
Getting ready for college doesn’t have to be difficult, even if that college is in a different country.
English Corner is designed to help you feel at home at UIUC. Practice your English, meet new people, and more!
What’s a typical day like for a student on our campus? Let us show you.