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.


What to send.
- 2 supplemental essays
- SAT or ACTOptional
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?
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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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