Admissions Overview
The admission process at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has a 45% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
45%
Selective
Application Volume
63,257
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
28%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has a 45% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School GPA
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
How to Apply to UIUC
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Apply NowTest Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. About 44% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,320 to 1,510. Additionally, about 20% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 34.
SAT Scores
44% of students submitted400
1600
1320 – 1510
200
800
650 – 730
200
800
670 – 780
ACT Scores
20% of students submitted1
36
29 – 34
1
36
30 – 35
1
36
27 – 34
Admission Statistics
63,257 students applied to UIUC. Of those, 45% were accepted (28,354 students). Of these 28,354 accepted students, 7,957 chose to enroll.
63,257
Total Applicants
28,354
Students Admitted
7,957
Students Enrolled
45%
Acceptance Rate