Champaign, Illinois, United States
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Founded in 1867, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a public research university located in Illinois, USA. It is a land-grant institution known for its strong emphasis on research and education. The university is organized into 16 schools and colleges, offering more than 150 undergraduate programs and over 100 graduate programs.
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is highly regarded in various national rankings. It is ranked #33 among National Universities and #9 in Top Public Schools. It is also ranked #158 for Best Value Schools, highlighting its affordability and quality education. Notably, it holds the #5 position for the Best Undergraduate Engineering Program. The university is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is classified as an R1 institution, indicating very high research activity.
As per the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign enrollment data for 2023-2024, the total number of students at the university exceeds 56,000. Among these, more than 35,000 are undergraduate students, while over 20,000 are graduate students. Therefore, the acceptance rate at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is 45%. International students can find the UIUC enrollment statistics for fall 2023-2024 listed below:
| Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 56,563 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 35,564 |
| Graduate Enrollment | 20,999 |
| Acceptance Rate | 44% |
The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign received over 35,000 applications for undergraduate programs from students of different backgrounds. Out of a total of 35,564 students, 5,220 were international students, making up 14.67% of the student body. The most common ethnic groups among the students included White, non-Hispanic; Asian, non-Hispanic; Nonresident aliens; and Hispanic, Latino. Below is the total number of students from various ethnic backgrounds at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign:
| Ethnicity/Race | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Nonresident aliens | 5,220 |
| Hispanic/Latino | 4,843 |
| Black or African American, non-Hispanic | 1,955 |
| White, non-Hispanic | 13,627 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic | 10 |
| Asian, non-Hispanic | 8,000 |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic | 13 |
| Two or more races, non-Hispanic | 1,364 |
| Race and/or ethnicity unknown | 532 |
As per unofficial reports, the acceptance rate at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has dropped from last year's figures. Previously, the acceptance rate ranged from 59% to 60%, but it has now fallen to 44%. At the same time, the number of applicants has risen significantly, increasing from between 38,000 and 47,000 to over 67,000. International students can refer to the table below for the enrollment statistics of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign over the years:
| Particulars | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants | 67,398 | 63,257 | 47,593 | 43,473 | 43,509 | 39,406 | 38,965 | 38,093 |
| Admits | 29,446 | 28,354 | 28,395 | 27,520 | 25,684 | 24,496 | 23,974 | 22,881 |
| Acceptance Rate | 43.69% | 44.8% | 59.7% | 63.3% | 59.0% | 62.2% | 61.5% | 60.1% |
| Enrolled | 8,325 | 7,957 | 8,303 | 7,530 | 7,665 | 7,609 | 7,518 | 7,593 |
| Yield rate | 28.3% | 27.4 | 29.2 | 27.4 | 29.8 | 31.1 | 31.4 | 33.2 |
UIUC English Language Requirements
International students from non-English speaking countries need to show they can speak and understand English to get admitted to the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. The university accepts scores from IELTS and TOEFL tests as proof of English skills. Students can check the table below for the minimum score needed:
| English Proficiency Exam | For Limited Status Admission with English as Second Language Placement Test | For Full Status Admission |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | 79 - 102 | 102 or higher |
| IELTS | 6.5 - 7.0 | 7.0 or higher |
The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign offers a choice regarding standardized test scores, meaning students do not have to submit these scores if they choose not to. However, sending in SAT and ACT scores can help students improve their chances of being accepted. Below are the minimum scores needed for the ACT and SAT:
| Particulars | Minimum score required |
|---|---|
| SAT | Between 1340 and 1530 |
| ACT | Between 29 and 34 |
| GPA | 3.5 on a scale of 4 |
| University City | Champaign, Illinois, USA |
|---|---|
| Size of city | Small |
| Population of City | 86,637 |
