University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

Overview

Situated in the heart of a vibrant, world-class city, the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) stands as Chicago’s largest university and a rapidly growing research institution with national and international recognition. With 16 academic colleges—including seven dedicated to health sciences and the city’s first and only public law school—UIC serves a diverse community of over 33,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students.

UIC is celebrated for its rich ethnic and cultural diversity, earning its status as a federally-designated Minority Serving Institution. Approximately one-third of its undergraduate population comprises first-generation college students. Students benefit from access to distinguished faculty, including scholars, researchers, artists, and clinicians, who are deeply connected to Chicago's corporate, civic, and cultural hubs. The campus is steps away from the city's vibrant neighborhoods and is well-connected via public transportation.

To meet the needs of its growing student body, UIC continues to expand with state-of-the-art facilities. Recent additions include the Engineering Innovation Building, which supports interdisciplinary research and features northern Illinois' only high-bay structural lab, and a modern 550-bed academic and residential complex offering spectacular views of the Chicago skyline.