Chicago, IL · Public · 22,170 students

What are University of Illinois Chicago’s admission requirements?

University of Illinois Chicago admits 77.3% of applicants. Here’s what to send, who got in, and where you stand.

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77.3%admitted

What to send.

When to apply.

  • Early ActionNovember 3, 2026
  • Regular DecisionFebruary 2, 2027

Admitted class · 2024

Here’s the class that got in.

Acceptance rate
77.3%
SAT middle 50%
1130–1350median 1195
ACT middle 50%
25–31median 27
Testing
Optional29% sent an SAT

Your chances

What are your chances at University of Illinois Chicago?

See where your GPA and scores land in the class that got in.

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Reported by the college

What does University of Illinois Chicago weigh most?

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  • Very important

    • Grades
    • Course rigor
    • Class rank
    • Essay
  • Considered

    • Test scores
  • Not considered

    • Recommendations
    • Legacy
    • Work experience

From the federal IPEDS admissions survey, 2024. It records whether University of Illinois Chicago considers each part, not how heavily.

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