Students who hold a bachelor’s degree may enroll for courses at UIS as a non-degree seeking graduate student. These students will be asked to define their educational goals before exceeding 12 semester hours. Non-degree students are subject to the same academic probation and suspension policies as degree-seeking students.

Non-degree students who choose to become degree candidates must complete regular admissions procedures, including acceptance into the chosen degree program. When formal admission is granted, the course work completed as a non-degree seeking student is evaluated by the intended academic program and may or may not apply toward that program’s graduation requirements. UIS accepts a maximum of 12 semester hours of such credit toward a graduate degree. A non-degree declaration form must be on file for continued enrollment as a non-degree student beyond 12 hours. Non-degree students typically are not eligible for financial assistance.

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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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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.

Credit Analysts

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in d

Median Annual Wage $83,510
Wage Range $56,250 – $169,230
Projected Growth Below Average
Top Skills:
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning
  • Reading Comprehension
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree

Insurance Underwriters

Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.

Median Annual Wage $81,370
Wage Range $55,530 – $145,160
Projected Growth Below Average
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent, Associate’s degree

Sales Engineers

Bright Outlook

Sell business goods or services, the selling of which requires a technical background equivalent to a baccalaureate degree in engineering.

Median Annual Wage $124,900
Wage Range $73,870 – $195,270
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Persuasion
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree

Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.

Median Annual Wage $78,350
Wage Range $47,030 – $118,330
Projected Growth Below Average
Top Skills:
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Some college, no degree, Associate’s degree

Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in sociology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Median Annual Wage $84,290
Wage Range $49,930 – $160,140
Projected Growth Below Average
Top Skills:
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
  • Instructing
Typical Education: Doctoral degree, Master’s degree

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

Bright Outlook

Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Median Annual Wage $80,250
Wage Range $48,800 – $129,500
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Instructing
  • Learning Strategies
  • Speaking
Typical Education: Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training
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