What makes Illinois stand out among other American universities?
#2
international student population among U.S. public institutions (Open Doors)
11,580
international students from 123 countries
#9
public & #33 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
30+
support & cultural centers on campus
But there's more to us than that. Discover other facts and rankings!
We're proud to be a diverse, international campus. The following are the best-represented countries in our student 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!
We welcome applications from all over the world! You'll follow our first-year or transfer application process below, along with some additional steps specific to international applicants.
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 Illinois from another school means a slightly different application process. We're here to give you all the details.
International students are a critical part of Illinois, 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, our campus community will make it easy to meet people from all backgrounds and provide you access to helpful resources.
Feel at home on campus and discover helpful resources at our many support centers, including 5 cultural houses.
Thanks to the diversity of our international student groups, you'll find a community that's right for you.
At Illinois, you'll find events for you as well as opportunities to learn about other cultures. See what's happening soon!
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 our campus 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. We're 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 Illinois 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.
Let us show you! Our students have shared their campus experiences to give you a better look at what life is like as an Illini.