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University of Illinois Springfield

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Springfield, Illinois

About University of Illinois Springfield

University of Illinois Springfield is a public institution offering graduate degrees based in Springfield, Illinois. It enrolls 2,263 students (a mid-sized student body), according to IPEDS 2023-24 data. Below you'll find verified data on admissions, cost, student outcomes, programs offered, and what graduates typically earn, all pulled from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS.

Official website: uis.edu

Acceptance: 85.9%
Graduation: 52%
Net Price: $9,833
Median Earnings (10yr): $57,103
Enrollment: 2,263
Student : Faculty: 14:1

Accreditor Higher Learning Commission

Academic Calendar Semester

How It Measures Up

US College Data scores each college on four pillars (outcomes, value, affordability, and selectivity) on a 0–100 scale, ranked within its peer group (4-Year Selective). Scores are calculated from verified College Scorecard and IPEDS data, not opinion or paid placement. Where data is missing, that pillar isn't scored.

Strong

76/100

UCD Score · 4-Year Selective

Outcomes 47

Value 94

Affordability 77

Selectivity 36

Admissions & Acceptance Rate

With an acceptance rate of 85.9%, University of Illinois Springfield is broadly accessible to qualified applicants.

Acceptance Rate

85.9%

Easy

SAT Range (25th–75th)

940 – 1200

Reading + Math combined

ACT Range (25th–75th)

21 – 27

Cumulative composite

Test Policy Not Considered Standardized test scores are not used in admissions decisions.

5-Year Admission Trend

Acceptance rate over the last five admission cycles. The trend tells you whether University of Illinois Springfield is getting harder, easier, or staying about the same.

Becoming less selective ↑ 7.6 pts since 2019

Cost & Financial Aid

The real cost of attending University of Illinois Springfield isn't the sticker price. It's the net price,which is what most students actually pay after grants and scholarships. According to College Scorecard 2023-24 data, the average net price is $9,833 per year. That's well below the typical net price for public colleges nationally.

Average Net Price

$9,833

Per year, after typical aid

Receive Pell Grants

37%

Need-based federal aid

Receive Federal Loans

37%

Borrowing to attend

Full Cost Breakdown

Published cost of attendance, the sticker price before grants and scholarships. Most students underestimate room & board and other expenses.

Tuition & Fees (in-state): $12,252
Tuition & Fees (out-of-state): $22,017
Room & Board (on-campus): $12,242
Books & Supplies: $1,200
Other Expenses (on-campus): $3,000
Total Cost of Attendance: $25,521

Application fee: $50 (one-time, due at submission)

Net Price by Family Income

Aid is need-based, so net price varies by family income. Here's what each bracket typically pays after grants and scholarships.

Under $30,000

$5,778
$30,001 – $48,000

$5,915
$48,001 – $75,000

$9,520
$75,001 – $110,000

$12,349
Over $110,000

$16,544

Debt at Graduation

Cumulative federal-loan debt across the full borrowing distribution. The 10th and 90th percentiles bracket the typical range; the median sits in the middle.

$3,581

10% percentile

$6,500

25% percentile

$19,128

Median percentile

$23,514

75% percentile

$32,046

90% percentile

Median Debt by Student Type

Median federal-loan debt at graduation broken down by demographic. Each slice's size is proportional to the dollar amount that group typically borrows.

GroupDebtvs Median

Pell recipients $14,891 ↓ $4,237

No Pell $13,000 ↓ $6,128

Dependent students $12,250 ↓ $6,878

Independent students $15,744 ↓ $3,384

Female students $14,429 ↓ $4,699

Male students $13,750 ↓ $5,378

Worth knowing: Students who don't finish leave with a median debt of $10,019, less than completers ($19,128), but still a meaningful obligation without a degree in hand.

Graduation Rate & Retention

52% of full-time students who enrolled at University of Illinois Springfield graduate within six years, and 78% return for their second year, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.

6-Year Graduation Rate

52%

Of students who graduate within six years

First-Year Retention

78%

Returning for their second year

After Graduation: Earnings & Outcomes

According to College Scorecard 2023-24 data, students who entered University of Illinois Springfield earn a median of $57,103 ten years after first enrolling. That's above the national median for U.S. colleges.

Median Earnings (10 yrs)

$57,103

Earning > $25K

84%

10 yrs after entry

Earnings Growth After Graduation

Median annual earnings 6, 8, and 10 years after students first enrolled.

Earnings by Demographic

Mean annual earnings 10 years after entry, segmented by demographic. Reveals gaps the headline median can't show.

By Gender

Female graduates

$43,500

Median earnings for female grads ten years after first enrolling here.

Male graduates

$59,300

Median earnings for male grads ten years after first enrolling here.

By Family Income at Entry

Family income (lowest third)

$45,900

Earnings of grads from the bottom-third of family incomes at entry.

Family income (middle third)

$50,600

Earnings of grads from the middle-third of family incomes at entry.

Family income (highest third)

$54,200

Earnings of grads from the top-third of family incomes at entry.

The gender gap: Male graduates earn $15,800, about 27% more than female graduates ten years out. The gap reflects industry mix, role choice, and structural pay differences that exist across most US colleges.

Loan Repayment Progression

Share of completer-cohort borrowers paying down at least $1 of principal at the 1-, 3-, 5-, and 7-year mark. Climbing rates show graduates settling into careers and managing debt; flat or declining rates are a warning.

Climbing: graduates increasingly paying down debt ↑ 19.4 pts across 6 years

What this signals: Strong. 83% of graduates are actively reducing their debt seven years out.

Who Studies Here

University of Illinois Springfield is home to 2,263 students, a mid-sized community. Some distinctive traits: 36% are first-generation college students.

Total Enrolled

2,263

Part-Time

29%

First-Generation

36%

Race & Ethnicity Breakdown

Undergraduate student body composition reported to the US Department of Education.

GroupShareStudents

White 60.6% 1,371

Black 13.8% 313

Hispanic 11.9% 269

Other 5.2% 118

Asian 4.0% 90

International 3.3% 75

Student Life & Campus Culture

Where students live, learn, and connect at University of Illinois Springfield. The campus setting, housing profile, and signals that shape day-to-day life here.

Setting

Midsize City Springfield, Illinois

Housing

Mostly residential 1,048 beds on campus

Adult Learners

33% of students are 25 or older

Athletics

NCAA athletic-conference member

Academic Calendar

Semester scheduling structure

What You Can Study

University of Illinois Springfield offers an extensive catalog of programs: 58 distinct programs across 21 majors. Below are its strongest majors, each with flagship programs and typical earnings. Open a major to explore it in depth, or browse the full program catalog.

5 Programs

Computer Science

Computer Science $107K ($75K–$152K)
Computer Science $107K ($75K–$152K)
Computer Systems Analysis $79K ($57K–$110K)

5 Programs

Business

Business Administration $68K ($48K–$94K)
Business Administration $68K ($48K–$94K)
Accounting $76K ($56K–$97K)

7 Programs

Public Administration

Public Administration $65K ($47K–$87K)
Social Work $52K ($39K–$64K)
Human $49K ($35K–$63K)

3 Programs

Communication

Communication & Media $56K ($40K–$76K)
Journalism $56K ($41K–$74K)
Communication & Media $56K ($40K–$76K)

2 Programs

Natural Resources

Natural Resources Conservation and Research $55K ($39K–$73K)
Natural Resources Conservation and Research $55K ($39K–$73K)

5 Programs

Health

Public Health $59K ($42K–$79K)
Public Health $59K ($42K–$79K)
Clinical/Medical Laboratory $76K ($61K–$92K)

View all majors View all programs

Faculty & Resources

The student-to-faculty ratio at University of Illinois Springfield is 14:1, close to the national average.

Student : Faculty

14:1

Students per instructional faculty member

Instruction / Student

$13,420

Annual instructional spending per enrolled student

Endowment

$30M

Modest endowment

Avg Faculty Salary

$86,153

9-month equivalent across all ranks

Faculty by Rank

194 instructional faculty across 4 ranks. The rank mix shows how many senior faculty are teaching versus contingent or junior staff, with average salary equated to a 9-month contract.

Rank	Faculty Count	Share	Avg Salary
Full Professors	39	20%	$109,096
Associate Professors	75	39%	$87,793
Assistant Professors	55	28%	$79,744
Instructors	25	13%	$59,543

Pros & Cons of University of Illinois Springfield

A quick at-a-glance summary of how University of Illinois Springfield tends to stack up for prospective students,weighing its data, size, setting, and cost profile together.

PROS

Very affordable net price after aid
Accessible admissions for most applicants
Reasonable class sizes
Solid post-graduation earnings

CONS

Below-average completion rate
Modest first-year retention

Best for: Based on the data, University of Illinois Springfield is a fit for students who want a clear path to start college without a competitive admissions barrier; families focused on keeping net cost low.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Illinois Springfield

Quick answers to the questions most students and parents ask. Every answer below is calculated from verified government data about University of Illinois Springfield.

Is University of Illinois Springfield hard to get into?

University of Illinois Springfield has open or near-open admissions. Most qualified applicants are accepted. Acceptance rate: 85.9%.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Illinois Springfield?

University of Illinois Springfield has an acceptance rate of 85.9%, according to College Scorecard 2023-24 admissions data.

What SAT score do you need for University of Illinois Springfield?

The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Illinois Springfield scored between 940 and 1200 on the SAT (Reading + Math combined). Scores at the higher end of that range improve admissions odds materially. Per IPEDS 2023-24 data.

What ACT score do you need for University of Illinois Springfield?

The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Illinois Springfield scored between 21 and 27 on the ACT composite. Scores in the upper half of that range strengthen an application. Source: IPEDS 2023-24.

How much does University of Illinois Springfield cost?

The average net price after aid at University of Illinois Springfield is $9,833 per year, this is what students typically pay after grants and scholarships are applied. Net price data: College Scorecard 2023-24.

Is University of Illinois Springfield worth it?

Strong return on investment. Graduates earn a median of $57,103 ten years after entering, against an average net price of $9,833 per year. That's roughly 5.8x earnings-to-cost. Source: College Scorecard 2023-24.

What is University of Illinois Springfield known for?

University of Illinois Springfield is best known for its programs in Computer Science, Business Administration, Psychology. These are the most popular fields by completed degrees, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.

What do University of Illinois Springfield graduates earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entering University of Illinois Springfield are $57,103, based on College Scorecard 2023-24 federal earnings data for Title IV recipients.

Is University of Illinois Springfield accredited?

Yes. University of Illinois Springfield is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

How many students attend University of Illinois Springfield?

University of Illinois Springfield enrolls 2,263 students, per IPEDS 2023-24 fall enrollment data.

What is the graduation rate at University of Illinois Springfield?

University of Illinois Springfield graduates 52% of full-time students within six years, per IPEDS 2023-24 completion data.

Is University of Illinois Springfield a public or private college?

University of Illinois Springfield is a Public institution.

Where is University of Illinois Springfield located?

University of Illinois Springfield is located in Springfield, Illinois.

What programs does University of Illinois Springfield offer?

University of Illinois Springfield offers 58 distinct programs. The most popular include Computer Science, Business Administration, Psychology.

What is the student-to-faculty ratio at University of Illinois Springfield?

The student-to-faculty ratio at University of Illinois Springfield is 14:1, per IPEDS 2023-24 data.