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79%
Open Admissions
61%
Graduation
About University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago is a public four-year institution located in Chicago, Illinois. With an enrollment of approximately 21,814 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 79%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 61%. Graduates earn a median salary of $68,740 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $12,313 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
79%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
61%
Enrollment
21,814
Total students
Median Earnings
$68,740
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$14,338
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,360
Per year
Average Net Price
$12,313
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
25 – 32
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
560
Median
600
75th
680
200800
ACT Composite
25th
25
Median
27
75th
32
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$29,360/yr
In-State Tuition$14,338/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$12,313/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$49,252
10-Year Earnings
$687,400
ROI Multiple
14.0×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of Illinois Chicago
Student Outcomes
61%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$69k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
21,814
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
