“UIC prepares me for my future career just by the cultural, economic and intellectual diversity in the classroom; not everyone comes from the same place in the real world.”
“Chicago is so diverse…I have connected with all kinds of student organizations, teachers, faculty and students and have continued to grow as a person, constantly gaining knowledge from exposure to the world.”
“The best part is being so close to the downtown area with a free bus pass that can get you wherever you want to go.”
Nursing Leaders
We educate some of the nation’s most sought-after nurses. UIC Nursing is ranked the 19th highest program in the nation by US News & World Report.
Strong Alumni Network
Did you know that 1 in 10 Chicagoans with a college degree is a UIC graduate? Our alumni network is 200,000 strong!
Urban Oasis
Did you know that UIC is home to more than 5,000 trees, 469 solar panels, five green roofs and 800 bike racks?
Get Hired
66 percent of students experience an intership before they graduate. Land your internship or dream job after graduation with help from the Office of Career Services.
Top Art School
UIC’s Fine Arts programs are ranked among the top 50 in the US by US News and World Report.
#9 Best Value Universities
Times Higher Education and the Wall Street Journal have named UIC one of very best values in the U.S.—with particular strength in environment, engagement and outcomes.
We're Growing
An institution of growing national and international stature, UIC received over $400 million dollars in federal research support this year.