Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
43.69%
SAT Average
1,418
ACT Range
29-34
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 43.69%. This means approximately 437 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 34,623 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
43.69%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $16,004 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $34,501 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,134 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,201 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 23.81% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 28.97% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$34,501
Room and board
$13,938
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,134
Average net price
$15,201
Average aid coverage
53%
$16,933 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pays approximately $15,201 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign net price
$15,201
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $34,501 and average net price at $15,201. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$34,501
Current net price
$15,201
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
84.89%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$81,054
Undergraduates
34,623
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign graduates earn about 1.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
Undergraduates
34,623
Completion rate
84.89%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
23.81%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
28.97%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 23.81% of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 28.97% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is listed at 601 E John Street, Champaign, IL 61820-5711. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | 43.69% | $34,501 | $15,201 | $81,054 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in Champaign
This local cluster focuses on nearby Champaign schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Champaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's acceptance rate?
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 43.69%.
How much is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign tuition?
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $34,501.
What is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's average net price?
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's average net price in the local dataset is $15,201.
What is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $81,054 for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign accredited?
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
The local dataset lists 34,623 undergraduate students at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
What percentage of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in the local dataset is 23.81%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
The federal loan rate for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in the local dataset is 28.97%.
Where should I verify University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign or the latest official federal education data.