University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)

Application ends: October 1, 2027
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Job Description

University Overview

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a public research university located in Chicago, Illinois. Its urban campus connects students with one of the largest metropolitan economies in the United States, creating opportunities for academic collaboration, internships, and professional experience. UIC offers a broad range of disciplines, with notable study areas in engineering, business, health sciences, computer science, and the liberal arts. Shorelight lists international undergraduate and graduate pathways associated with UIC.

Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor’s)

  • Computer Science

  • Engineering

  • Business Administration

  • Biological Sciences

  • Psychology

  • Public Health

  • Communication and Liberal Arts

Graduate Programs (Master’s)

  • Computer Science

  • Engineering

  • Business Administration (MBA)

  • Data Science and Analytics

  • Public Health

  • Urban Planning and Public Administration

Specific degree options and tuition depend on the department and course load.

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate applicants

  • Official secondary school transcripts and graduation certificate

  • Academic qualifications appropriate to the selected program

  • English proficiency evidence, where required

  • Application and any program-specific supplementary documents

Graduate applicants

  • Recognized bachelor’s degree

  • Official university transcripts

  • English proficiency evidence, where required

  • CV, statement of purpose, and recommendation letters when required

  • GRE, GMAT, portfolio, or other materials if specified by the program

Tuition & Fees

Shorelight’s UIC profile lists an estimated tuition figure of $32,942 and average living expenses of $22,295. These are profile estimates; confirm the applicable year, degree level, and mandatory fees before publishing them as current prices.

Housing & Living Costs

UIC students can live in university residence halls or rent apartments in Chicago. The city offers extensive public transportation and a large employment market, although housing costs vary substantially by neighborhood and accommodation type. Students should budget separately for food, health insurance, transportation, books, and personal expenses.