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University of Illinois at Springfield

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world rank  1311

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Overview

Founded in 1969, the University of Illinois at Springfield is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Springfield (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution also has a branch campus in Chicago and Urbana-Champaign. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 56-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UIS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Illinois at Springfield's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Illinois at Springfield's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Illinois at Springfield' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

University of Illinois at Springfield's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UIS
Founded 1969
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University Location

Address One University Plaza
Springfield
62703-5407 Illinois
United States
University of Illinois at Springfield's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Illinois at Springfield Phone Number (217) 206 6600
University of Illinois at Springfield Fax Number (217) 206 6620
Other locations Chicago and Urbana-Champaign

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Illinois at Springfield is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Illinois at Springfield's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Illinois at Springfield categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Illinois at Springfield.



University of Illinois at Springfield: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

University of Illinois at Springfield's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Illinois at Springfield's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Illinois at Springfield's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Admission Office Admission Office

One University Plaza, MS UHB 1080
Springfield 62703
(217) 206 4847
888 977 4847

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Illinois at Springfield's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Illinois at Springfield is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


University of Illinois at Springfield's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Illinois at Springfield's Library
University of Illinois Springfield's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 337,518 physical volumes, 7,468 physical media, 6,525 digital/electronic media and 195 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 35 full-time employees, including 9 librarians. University of Illinois Springfield's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the University of Illinois at Springfield provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,123 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Illinois at Springfield's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Illinois at Springfield's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Illinois at Springfield's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Illinois at Springfield's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of Illinois at Springfield's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Illinois at Springfield's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Illinois at Springfield's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Illinois at Springfield is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Illinois at Springfield's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Illinois at Springfield's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of Illinois System (UIS)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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