University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

It is very difficult to get into University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Around 60% of applicants get into University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign each year. Out of 47,527 applications received in 2023, 28,352 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/5 and the fee for the application costs $75.

Students who submit their applications to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than February 15.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's admissions stats.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	54%
Mean SAT Score	1410
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	43%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	24%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	1 5	February 15

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Admissions

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Transferring to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

In 2022, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign waitlisted 2,455 students and 1,517 accepted a place on the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

What does University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for more information on admission factors.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Application Requirements

To apply to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	√	audition or portfolio
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
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 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign?

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 18% submitted a class rank. At University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 54% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 85% were in the top 25% and 99% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 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

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 43% of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 24% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign?

To be competitive with other University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign applicants, you should aim to earn between 1340 and 1510 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1510 and 25% of scored lower than 1340, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign student is 1410.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students scored 790 or higher and 75% of students scored 650 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students scored 740 or higher, and 75% scored a 650 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, you should strive to earn between 29 and 34 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 34 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 34, and three out of four students scored lower than 34 on the ACT.

A 29 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign students. Only one out of every four students scored below 29.

More Information on Transferring to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 1. Applicants should hear back by April 15.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Does University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign?

❌ No, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is 60%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign?

❌ University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign does not offer early decision.

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