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Quick Facts

Tuition
On-campus: $40,140*
Online: $46,320*
Duration
4 years
Credit Hours
120
STEM Designated
Yes

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Designed for working professionals, UIS programs feature multiple start dates per year, so you can begin at the time that best fits your schedule and complete your degree quickly. View the Academic Calendar

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Apply by Date:
Agosto 10, 2026

Start Date:
Agosto 24, 2026

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Tuition & Aid

UIS is the most affordable option to earning your University of Illinois degree. Earn a world-class education for less than you’d expect.

Tuition Estimates

On-campus $40,140*
Online $46,320*

*These numbers represent an estimate of the in-state tuition cost for this program and do not include fees. To get an estimate of the full cost of attendance check out the cost of attendance page and/or use the tuition calculator.

Admissions

Applying to UIS is simple

We've streamlined our admission process to save you time and effort. Just follow the steps below.

 

Review admission requirements

No specific admission requirements are listed at this time. Please contact the Office of Admission for more information.

International students, will you need an F-1 student visa to study on campus at UIS? Please review the International Applicants site for additional information.

Complete your application

An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.

Send your official transcripts

Email your official or certified academic records/transcripts to incomingtranscripts@uis.edu or through any of the major transcript platforms. Photocopies will not be accepted.

Submit required statements/writing sample

If you are a first-year student, a statement of 250-650 words is required for admission. We want to hear about your professional aspirations, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to your choice of a specific academic program. You can upload the required documents on your application status page.

Pay your application fee

You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.

Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;

International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.

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Courses & Catalog Information

Career Outlook & Potential Earnings

Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Nursing Assistants

Bright Outlook

Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting,

Median Annual Wage $42,260
Wage Range $33,940 – $51,980
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Service Orientation
  • Active Listening
  • Social Perceptiveness
Typical Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Post-secondary certificate, Some college, no degree

Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars

Bright Outlook

Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze t

Median Annual Wage $68,020
Wage Range $39,830 – $117,420
Projected Growth Bright

Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other

All community and social service specialists not listed separately.

Orderlies

Transport patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Psychiatric orderl

Median Annual Wage $38,290
Wage Range $32,240 – $50,600
Projected Growth Average
Top Skills:
  • Service Orientation
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Less than high school diploma, Post-secondary certificate

Health Informatics Specialists

Bright Outlook

Apply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promot

Median Annual Wage $105,850
Wage Range $67,340 – $167,710
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate

Religious Workers, All Other

All religious workers not listed separately.

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