Official UIS News
The following story was published by NPR Illinois on Sept. 23, 2025.
The University of Illinois Springfield has again been ranked the top public regional university in Illinois by U.S. News and World Report.
This is the seventh year UIS has gained that designation in the 2026 Best Colleges rankings. UIS also was 10th among public regional universities in the Midwest.
“We are honored to once again receive this recognition as the top public regional university in Illinois,” said UIS Chancellor Janet L. Gooch. “UIS is a place where students are empowered to succeed, graduate workforce-ready and turn potential into possibility.”