University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, United States
Undergraduate strengths: Engineering, Computer Science, Agriculture, Accountancy. Taught primarily in English.
Is University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign right for you?
Best for students who
- want a supportive route into higher education with realistic entry standards
- prefer applied, career-focused teaching over research-first departments
- enjoy a classic student town where the university is the heart of Urbana
- are targeting high graduate earnings early in your career
- are set on Engineering, Computer Science, Agriculture
Maybe not for you if you
- are specifically chasing a top-25 world ranking on your CV
- prioritise big-city nightlife and a huge modern urban campus
- are on a tight budget without scholarship funding
- want a subject well outside Engineering or Computer Science
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Undergraduate courses
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Undergraduate entry requirements
SAT 1400+.
Entry requirements last verified 15 February 2026.
- SAT — US college admissions test, scored 400-1600. Top US schools cluster at 1450+.
Costs (per year)
- Annual undergraduate tuition (international): €30,000 – €40,000
- Annual undergraduate tuition (home): €9,000–€14,000
- Living: €12,000 – €16,000
Home fees are typical national rates. Fees last verified 15 February 2026 — always confirm on the official site.
Top employers & salary
Salary data last verified 15 February 2026.
Typical graduate salary: €75,000–€120,000/yr
Housing & city
Student wellbeing
Most universities provide free or low-cost counselling, GP access for international students, and dedicated international-student offices for visa and settling-in support. Look for the "Student Services" or "Wellbeing" section on the official site for the latest hours and contacts.
Clubs & activities
Expect 100+ student societies covering sport, debate, performing arts, entrepreneurship, faith, and culture. Major intake fairs run in the first weeks of term — joining one society early is the fastest way to build a friend group abroad.
Around campus & Urbana
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Visa — United States
F-1 student visa
For full-time academic study at an SEVP-approved school. You'll need an I-20 form from your university before applying.
- Form I-20 from the university
- SEVIS I-901 fee payment
- DS-160 online nonimmigrant visa application
- Proof of funds (tuition + living)
- Embassy interview
- Valid passport (6 months beyond stay)
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