University of illinois urbana champaign transfer application

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Public
4 year
32.3K
Full + Part time Students
1:20
Faculty to Student Ratio
4%
Transfer Student Ratio
$16.6K
Avg. Financial Aid

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a national and global leader in education and research, attracting the best students from across the country and around the world. You will select from 150 undergraduate majors and more than 4,000 courses. You'll learn with a world-class faculty who have won the world's top honors for their research and discoveries. The university takes pride in ensuring students make the most of their time here at Illinois, both in and out of the classroom.

Overview

Total FacultyFull-Time UndergraduatePart-Time UndergraduateApplication Acceptance RateTransfer StudentsProgramsCoursesEquivalencies

2,095
31,118
1,163
63%
1,350
358
8,515
3,656 outgoing

Financial Information

In-State TuitionOut-of-State TuitionBooks and SuppliesFederal Loans: Undergrads receiving aidFederal Loans: Average amount receivedScholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aidScholarships & Grants: Average amount received

$14,522

$28,664

$1,200

43%

$6,220

49%

$10,387

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

Transfer students may apply for Scholarships. For Financial Aid complete a FAFSA by March 15. Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid at 217-333-0100 or .

Information for Transfer In Students

Accepts Transfers:

Yes, transfer students may earn advanced standing by transferring credits earned from course work completed at other colleges/universities.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

FallSpringSummer

March 1

October 15

March 1

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

Minimum GPA requirements vary by program. Visit the Admissions' website for a complete list.

Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts are required from each college and/or university you have attended. Official high school transcripts are required to verify graduation.

SAT Scores:

It’s required that you send us a standardized test score if you have less than 30 graded transferable semester hours of college coursework at the time of application.

Letters of Recommendation:

Please do not send unsolicited information such as letters of recommendation. That documentation will NOT be added to your file.

Essay:

Applicants are also required to answer one essay question on the application and are given an opportunity to submit additional information.

Application Fee:

Please submit a nonrefundable $50 application fee ($60 for international applicants), payable to the University of Illinois, or a completed fee waiver from your college’s financial aid office.

Interview:

Not required for admissions consideration.

Other Requirements:

Some programs require specific course prerequisites, a higher GPA, auditions and/or portfolios.

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

In general, credit may be granted for courses where a grade of at least a D has been earned.

Credits (Min/Max):

You must earn 60 credits at UIUC to earn a bachelor's degree.

Transfer Policy Document:

Last updated on 5/23/2022 by AcademyOne.

Transfer GPA Guidelines

Based on previously admitted transfer student GPA levels, these guidelines can help you assess your chance for admission. Final standards will depend on the number and qualifications of applicants to each program.

College of Agricultural, Consumer, & Environmental Sciences

Agricultural & Consumer Economics: 2.75, depending on applicant pool
Computer Science + Animal Sciences: 3.67
Computer Science + Crop Sciences: 3.5
Dietetics: 3.0
Human Nutrition: 3.0
All other majors: 2.5

College of Applied Health Sciences

All majors: 2.8-3.0

College of Education

Computer Science + Education, Learning Studies: 3.5
Computer Science + Education, Secondary Education: 3.5
All other majors: 2.75 minimum; 3.0 or higher is highly recommended

Division of General Studies

All students: 3.0

College of Fine & Applied Arts

All Art & Design majors: 3.0
Architectural Studies: 3.0
Computer Science + Music: 3.5
Dance & Kinesiology Dual Degree: 3.0
Landscape Architecture: 2.5
Sustainable Design: 2.5
Urban Studies & Planning: 2.75
All other majors: 2.25

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

All Computer Science + majors: 3.5
Biochemistry: 3.2 cumulative, 3.2 technical
Brain & Cognitive Science: 3.0
Chemical Engineering: 3.2
Integrative Biology: 2.7 cumulative, 3.0 technical
Molecular & Cellular Biology: 2.7 cumulative, 3.0 technical
Neuroscience: 2.7 cumulative, 3.0 technical
Psychology: 3.0
Teacher Education programs: 3.0
All other majors: 2.7

College of Media

Advertising: 3.25
Computer Science + Advertising: 3.5
All other majors: 3.0

Gies College of Business

All majors: 3.6-4.0, depending on applicant pool

Grainger College of Engineering

All majors: 3.7-4.0, depending on applicant pool

School of Information Sciences

Information Sciences: 3.0
Information Sciences + Data Sciences: 3.67

School of Social Work

Social Work: 2.5
Social Work iBSW: 2.75

Is it hard to transfer to UIUC?

UIUC admitted 47.1% of transfers for 2021 fall admission, according to their 10-day fall transfer report. Out of 4,245 applicants, they accepted 2001 students and enrolled 1,266 (a yield of 63.3%).

Does University of Illinois accept transfers?

Requirements vary depending on your credit level and intended program of study. Our Transfer Handbook is designed to help you determine what you need to do in order to transfer to UIUC, while our Transfer Guide gives an overview of course and GPA requirements.

Do transfer students get accepted easier?

According to a report from the National Association for College Admission Counseling, the average rate of admission for a transfer applicant is 62 percent. Comparatively, first-time freshman applicants are admitted at a rate of 66 percent.

What do I need to transfer to UIUC?

How to Apply as a Transfer Applicant.

Get prepared. ... .

Complete your application. ... .

Pay the application fee. ... .

Send us your transcripts. ... .

Submit your ACT/SAT test scores (optional). ... .

Prove your English proficiency. ... .

See if you have further application requirements. ... .

Check your status..