Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
78.50%
SAT Average
1,242
ACT Range
25-32
University of Illinois Chicago Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 78.50%. This means approximately 785 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 21,814 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
78.50%
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 | $14,338 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $29,360 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,998 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,313 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 49.57% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 24.96% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Illinois Chicago Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$29,360
Room and board
$14,600
Books and supplies
$1,400
Other expenses
$6,026
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,998
Average net price
$12,313
Average aid coverage
54%
$14,685 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Illinois Chicago pays approximately $12,313 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 Chicago?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
University of Illinois Chicago net price
$12,313
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
University of Illinois Chicago Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $29,360 and average net price at $12,313. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$29,360
Current net price
$12,313
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)
60.30%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$68,740
Undergraduates
21,814
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Illinois Chicago vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Illinois Chicago graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Illinois Chicago?
Undergraduates
21,814
Completion rate
60.30%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
49.57%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
24.96%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 49.57% of University of Illinois Chicago students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 24.96% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Illinois Chicago
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 Chicago's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Illinois Chicago 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 Chicago is listed at 601 S Morgan, Chicago, IL 60607. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Illinois Chicago 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 Chicago | 78.50% | $29,360 | $12,313 | $68,740 |
| 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 Chicago
This local cluster focuses on nearby Chicago schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Chicago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Illinois Chicago's acceptance rate?
University of Illinois Chicago's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 78.50%.
How much is University of Illinois Chicago tuition?
University of Illinois Chicago's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $29,360.
What is University of Illinois Chicago's average net price?
University of Illinois Chicago's average net price in the local dataset is $12,313.
What is University of Illinois Chicago's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $68,740 for University of Illinois Chicago.
Is University of Illinois Chicago accredited?
University of Illinois Chicago's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend University of Illinois Chicago?
The local dataset lists 21,814 undergraduate students at University of Illinois Chicago.
What percentage of University of Illinois Chicago students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Illinois Chicago in the local dataset is 49.57%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Illinois Chicago?
The federal loan rate for University of Illinois Chicago in the local dataset is 24.96%.
Where should I verify University of Illinois Chicago data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Illinois Chicago or the latest official federal education data.