The University of Illinois Springfield serves 4364 students (Fall 2025) in 49 undergraduate programs, 51 graduate programs, one doctorate in Public Administration, plus many different certificates and endorsement programs.

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University of Illinois System

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Top-ranked U.S. Online
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UIS Career Outcomes

Explore post-graduation outcomes for UIS students, including employment, continuing education, and other career paths.

UIS has more than 45,000 living alumni located throughout the world, making up 30% of Sangamon County's workforce.

Funding Your Education

Paying for college can feel overwhelming at first. Our Financial Aid staff are here to help you explore your options and answer questions. These charts highlight financial aid outcomes for UIS students, including the percentage receiving aid, paying $0 in tuition and fees, and receiving Pell Grants.

Total: 1,449
86%
1,252
Received
Financial Aid
Total: 1,626
52%
837
Paid $0 in Tuition & Fees
with Financial Aid
Total: 2,684
37%
1,003
Pell Grant
Recipients
Percentage of Students
Tuition & Fees
Cost of Attendance

UIS Prairie Stars

UIS competes in NCAA Division II in men’s and women’s soccer, tennis, basketball, golf, cross country, track and field, softball, volleyball and baseball.

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The Value of UIS in Action

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May 07, 2026
Why UIS is the Right Fit: Big Opportunities with a Personalized Approach
Choosing a college is a big decision. You want a place where you can learn, grow and feel like you belong! A connected public university like the University…
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Mar 30, 2026
UIS project focuses on radon risks and prevention in Sangamon County homes
A University of Illinois Springfield epidemiologist is leading a growing, community-engaged effort to reduce lung cancer risk in Sangamon County and…
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Mar 26, 2026
Alumni Feature: Rex Wyatt
Rex Wyatt, a proud UIS alum, earned their bachelor’s degree in social work in 2018. They then went on to earn a master of social work from the University of…
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Mar 17, 2026
UIS plans engineering technology degree launch for 2027
The University of Illinois Springfield is planning to launch a new engineering technology degree beginning in fall 2027, pending all necessary approvals. The…
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Mar 16, 2026
UIS announces 2026 class of Promising Prairie Stars
The University of Illinois Springfield has released the names of the 2026 class of the Promising Prairie Star Recognition Program. This program, established…
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Mar 13, 2026
UIS supports new Springfield Minority Business Institute
The University of Illinois Springfield is supporting the Springfield Minority Business Institute, a new program designed to help minority entrepreneurs and…