University of Illinois Springfield

We’re proud to be one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois (UIS) System.

Every year, approximately 4,000 students enroll here to earn a U of I degree - where classes aren’t too big or too small, and professors really know their students. We have over 50 years of empowering leaders and look forward to having you join us.

We are dedicated to fully engaging students in the process of active teaching and learning, and offer degree-granting programs in four colleges.

Mission:

The University of Illinois Springfield provides a uniquely student-centered educational experience both in and out of the classroom through active learning, meaningful research and impactful civic engagement that prepares graduates to contribute fully to society.

Vision:

The University of Illinois Springfield will be a pathway to opportunity, a catalyst for change and a space of possibility where learners become ethical and passionate scholars, leaders and citizens capable of transforming their local and global communities.

Why UIS?

UIS is one of three universities in the world-class University of Illinois System. We are proud that our talented faculty are leaders in their areas of study and teach all courses at UIS.

Students take advantage of leading-edge leadership opportunities not found at other universities. This allows them to shape their college experience and positions them ahead of peers outside UIS for career opportunities and further scholarship.

A University of Illinois degree:

Your degree will be among the most recognizable and prestigious in the nation and will open doors for you in whichever field you choose

Nationally recognized online learning:

Be a full-time online student, blend your classes (some online, some on campus), or take them all on campus- the choice is yours at UIS. The difference between UIS and other online programs? The same professors who teach in the classrooms teach in our 31 entirely online degree programs and the dozens of online classes offered each semester. No matter if you’re all online or all on campus, you get the same University of Illinois degree.

At a glance:

Breaking down the demographics for the University of Illinois Springfield, 64 percent of all students are Undergraduates - 2,654. Graduate students compose 36 percent of the campus population with 1,492 enrollees. Fifty-six percent of all students are full time, while 44 percent are part time. The ratio of Females to Males is 52.5 percent to 47.5 percent.

Entry requirements vary by program track and graduate level. Kindly contact our admissions counsellor for more information!