You can submit a Change of Curriculum Form using Student Self-Service. Please see the Change of Curriculum Form Instructions (pdf) if you have any questions regarding the completion of the form.

You will need to sustain a 2.0 GPA in order to be eligible for Direct Admissions.

Endorsement cost depends on the endorsement, credit hours, level, residency, delivery format, and fees. View the Tuition and Fees page for more details on cost for upcoming terms and/or contact the School of Education.

UIS licensure cost depends on the program, residency, delivery format, credit hours needed, and fees. For teacher licensure, UIS audits your transcripts after admission to determine remaining requirements. View the Tuition and Fees page for more details on cost for upcoming terms and/or contact the School of Education.

Graduate certificate cost depends on credit hours, program, residency, delivery, and fees. View the Tuition and Fees page for more details on cost for upcoming terms. 

Only some graduate programs require them, such as Human Services, Human Development Counseling, Public Health, Environmental Sciences, Public Administration and Medical Laboratory Science.

UIS is somewhat selective, but we look at the whole application and consider each student's potential for success.

Freshman admission requirements include academic transcripts and other materials based on program requirements.

UIS is transfer-friendly and offers pathways for community college and transfer students.

Yes. Homeschooled students may apply to UIS.

UIS offers flexible schedules, online programs, and support services for adult learners.

Students may contact Admissions regarding appeal or alternative enrollment pathways.

Transfer students can apply online and submit transcripts from previous institutions.

UIS accepts many transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Yes. UIS is one of three universities in the University of Illinois System.

Yes. Transfer credit evaluations are completed individually.

Yes. UIS is a public university within the University of Illinois System.

Yes. Many community college credits transfer to UIS.

UIS generally considers applicants with a minimum GPA around 2.5, though requirements may vary by program.

Transfer applicants must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) based on all transferable coursework, including attempted credits.

For first year students, the acceptance rate is 83%.

Students can work with Admissions to review equivalencies.

No, but if you do well on it, it can help your application.

UIS partners with community colleges and transfer pathways programs.

Yes. Many students transfer to UIS after completing associate degrees.

UIS offers rolling admission for online undergraduate and graduate programs, which means you may apply at any time for any upcoming term. You can register up to the day before the term starts, depending on the completion of your application, review of transfer credits and other supporting documents, and putting a tuition funding plan in place.

Transferability depends on accreditation, coursework, and program requirements.

Admissions decisions are generally made within several weeks after all materials are received.

Students can contact Admissions for counselor assignments.

Yes, $60 for undergraduate students and $75 for graduate students. You may receive a fee waiver for financial need or during early action for undergraduates.

Yes. Parents and families are welcome to visit campus and attend admissions events.

Yes. You don't have to take the test, but if you do well on it, it can help your application.

UIS may be a strong fit for students seeking affordability, flexibility, online learning, and personalized education.

The application deadline for the Fall 2026 term is August 10, 2026, and for the Spring 2027 term it is December 28, 2026, for most programs. While we encourage application early so they have the best selection of courses, we allow students to begin classes through the first week. Some programs have different application deadlines, so be sure to check your program's webpage for the most accurate information.

UIS offers rolling admissions, which means applications are reviewed and admission decisions are made throughout the year. Your ability to start in a particular term depends on several factors, including:

• Completion of your application
• Review of transfer credits (if applicable)
• Receipt of all required supporting documents
• Finalizing your funding plan

Most applications take 2–3 weeks to process after all required materials have been received. For important academic dates and deadlines, please view the Academic Calendar.

Our main campus is in Springfield, but depending on your major, classes are also available at UIS Peoria, located at Illinois Central College, or online.Learn more, or schedule a visit.

Our Admission staff will help you get on the path to a degree in no time. Email admissions@uis.edu or call 1-888-977-4847.

Check our tuition rates & fees

Application fees may be waived in certain cases. Fill out and submit the Application Fee Waiver Form to be considered.

Students who have applied online can check your application status online.

You can pay your application fee at any time on your Application Status Page.

Visit your Application Status Page to defer your application one time (up to one year). Applicants need to submit the deferral form prior to the start of the term for which they applied in order to avoid reapplication.

You said YES to UIS. Now what? Find out the next steps after acceptance.

Please refer to your admission packet for next steps. If you do not have that yet or have misplaced it, go to I'm Admitted! What's Next?

You must fill out a Non-Degree Declaration Form to continue as a Non-Degree Seeking Student or you must apply for a degree program.

Appointments and Visits can be arranged by calling the Office of Admission.

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Our admission rules require that an applicant have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. These accrediting agencies typically define a bachelor’s degree in the United States as requiring four years to complete. In reality, it may take longer or shorter to complete a degree, but the amount of work involved must be relatively the same. In the past few years, confusion has arisen as to the equivalence of the three year bachelor’s degree offered in some countries. Some are treated as equivalent to the U.S. bachelor’s degree, while others are not. To make this determination, UIS requires that a course-by-course evaluation be received from a NACES member organization.

UIS offers 49 bachelor’s degrees, so we can help you continue your education without missing a beat. In many cases, UIS has a degree that aligns with your area of study. If there’s not an exact equivalent, we’ll work with you to find a degree that matches your interests and goals and maximizes your college credits and experience. You will earn a University of Illinois degree, joining more than 740,000 living alumni across the globe, including teachers, entrepreneurs, artists, researchers, business leaders, and Nobel Prize winners.

Our Admission team will work closely with you to apply as many of your credits as possible toward a UIS degree. Transfer work must be similar in nature, level, and content to courses at UIS. Credit for transfer courses is either applied as direct equivalents or applied to a degree in a manner determined by the department and college. Learn more about transferring credits.

Complete an application to UIS. After you’ve submitted your application, contact Admission to discuss transferring your credits.

Tuition is based on credit hours per semester. Our tuition and fee calculator can do the math for you. Learn about housing costs, books, how to make a payment, and more.

Simply make a correction to your completed FAFSA, and add UIS as your school of choice (code 009333). Once you are admitted to UIS and we receive the completed FAFSA info, we can determine your aid eligibility. Learn more about financial assistance at UIS.

UIS combines the power of the University of Illinois system with the atmosphere of a smaller university. Students say our right-sized community feels like home, and they have the resources they need to succeed academically, professionally, and personally. Learn more about UIS.

No, however UIS offers a traditional concert Band open to UIS students, faculty/staff, and community members. Contact: music@uis.edu | 217-206-6240 for more information. 

No UIS does not have a swimming pool, however Eisenhower Aquatic Center is located just 3 miles from campus.