University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL, USA
Campus photo: Hied5, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Established
1965
Institution
Public
Post-study work
3 years (STEM OPT)
Typical intakes in USA
Aug, Jan
Location
Chicago, IL, USA
About University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago is a public university in Chicago, IL, USA. A solid profile has a realistic chance here. We confirm exact fees, scholarships and entry requirements for your profile — free.
Indicative tuition: $28,000–$40,000 / year · Scholarships can reduce this — we confirm what you qualify for, free.
Entry requirements
A recognised four-year bachelor's degree with a strong GPA, generally around 3.0/4.0 (roughly 65%+); TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.5 overall. Requirements vary by programme.
Indicative for international postgraduate applicants — your counsellor confirms the exact cut-offs and English scores for your chosen programme, free.
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Programmes at University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago offers a wide range of programmes for international students. We confirm the exact courses, tuition and entry requirements that fit your profile — free.
Scholarships for USA
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Government (Destination) Fully funded Dates vary Tuition, living, travel and related support subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships
Government (Destination) Living stipend Dates vary Stipend + travel/other support subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships
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University of Illinois Chicago — FAQs
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Indicative tuition is around $28,000–$40,000 per year for international students. Your counsellor confirms the exact fee for your chosen programme — free.
A recognised four-year bachelor's degree with a strong GPA, generally around 3.0/4.0 (roughly 65%+); TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.5 overall. Requirements vary by programme.
The main intakes across USA are Aug, Jan. University of Illinois Chicago sets its own dates per course — we confirm the exact intake and deadline for your shortlist. Apply early: documents, funds and visa processing all take time.
Graduates in USA can typically access 3 years (STEM OPT) of post-study work. Rules change, so we confirm the current position before you apply.
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