University of Illinois at Chicago

If you are considering submitting an application to UIC, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 1 and the application fee costs $60.

UIC Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of UIC's admissions stats.

UIC 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	28%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	32%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	8%
Waitlist	No

University of Illinois at Chicago Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Illinois at Chicago.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 1
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	––

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Considering Applying Early to UIC?

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University of Illinois at Chicago may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with UIC directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. UIC will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 1.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Illinois at Chicago Admissions

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Transferring to University of Illinois at Chicago

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to UIC

UIC has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into UIC?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at UIC

What does UIC consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with UIC for more information on admission factors.

UIC Application Requirements

To apply to UIC, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with UIC's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Other Requirements			√	audition for music and theater majors, portfolio for art majors
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UIC?

Students admitted to UIC have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 50% submitted a class rank. At UIC 28% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 60% were in the top 25% and 92% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Illinois at Chicago, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	2.74%
3.75 and 3.99	17.57%
3.50 and 3.74	23.22%
3.25 and 3.49	23.45%
3.00 and 3.24	21.1%
2.50 and 2.9	11.8%
2.00 and 2.49	0.12%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to UIC directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

UIC looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UIC has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 32% of UIC's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UIC?

To be competitive with other UIC applicants, you should aim to score between 1090 and 1300 (or higher!) on the SAT. At UIC 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1300 and 25% of scored lower than 1090, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UIC students scored 660 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of UIC students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UIC?

To be most competitive at UIC, you should strive to earn between 23 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for UIC's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for UIC students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Illinois at Chicago

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to UIC.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is May 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in UIC during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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UIC Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UIC?

❌ Students who are admitted to UIC must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does UIC accept transfer credits?

✅ UIC accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. UIC accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does UIC accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ UIC accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to UIC?

❌ No, UIC is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to send your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is UIC's acceptance rate?

✅ UIC's acceptance rate is 79%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UIC?

🟨 UIC may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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