UIS is committed to serving military-connected applicants and their families. Veterans can receive an application fee waiver by submitting their DD-214 with their application for admission. Veterans are strongly encouraged to explore the following resources:
Congratulations on your admission to UIS! We want to make your transition to UIS easy. Use this checklist to guide your next steps.
Return all forms by their required deadlines and, if you have any questions, contact us at admissions@uis.edu or 1-888-977-4847.
The University of Illinois Springfield's Office of International Student Services provides international applicants advising assistance related to immigration laws and regulations.
Choosing to study abroad for any length of time is a life-altering decision that is exciting! UIS is here to support you throughout your education.
For a fully immersive school experience, we recommend living on campus here at UIS. Information on Student Housing can be found on the Residence Life website.
We are excited you are considering UIS for your next academic journey. Please review our steps for application - these will address most of the questions you will have. If there are others, please reach out to us: International Admissions
Is there a college or university bound student in your family? UIS can help you, and help them navigate exploring college options and managing the admission and financial aid processes.
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is one of the three universities in the world-class University of Illinois system and the #1 public regional university in Illinois. Located in Springfield, the capital city of Illinois, UIS offers international students the safety and hospitality that is the best of small-town America.
UIS offers graduate degrees, a doctorate, and certificates in 74 disciplines. Whether your goal is to bolster your career or to pursue a passion in discovering knowledge, we offer you the flexibility you need with in-person learning and online classes.
Apply to Graduate school at UIS in two steps:
Nearly 900 University of Illinois Springfield students returned to campus for the start of Fall Semester 2020 classes during Move-In Week, held Aug. 17-21.
All students were required to pre-register for a move-in time slot in order to reduce congestion and support physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
After the first 10 days of classes, University of Illinois Springfield Fall 2020 census numbers show the total number of students enrolled in classes stands at 4,146 compared to 4,275 students in Fall 2019 (a 3 percent decrease from last year). However, the total number of credit hours taken by students remains steady at 43,130 (down only 1.2 percent from last fall).