University of Illinois Springfield
Springfield, IL · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About University of Illinois Springfield
The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is a public university in Springfield, Illinois, United States. The university was established by the Illinois General Assembly in 1969 as Sangamon State University. It became the third member of the University of Illinois System on July 1, 1995. The university served 4,364 students as of fall 2025 with 49 bachelor's degree programs, 51 master's degree programs, 1 doctoral degree program, 47 graduate certificates, and coursework that leads to six ISBE endorsements.
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86%
Acceptance
$9,833
Net price
2,263
Enrollment
53%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
86%
Acceptance rate
1,102
SAT average
24
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$9,833
Average net price
$12,252
In-state tuition
$22,017
Out-of-state tuition
$12,242
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$25,521
Total cost of attendance
37%
Students receiving Pell grants
37%
Students with federal loans
$19,128
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$57,103
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$47,432
Median earnings (6 yrs)
53%
Graduation rate
75%
Retention rate
84%
Earn more than a HS grad
$9,051
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,263
Total enrollment
29%
Part-time
25
Avg. age at entry
36%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of Illinois Springfield FAQ
Is University of Illinois Springfield a public or private school?
University of Illinois Springfield is a public institution located in Springfield, IL.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Illinois Springfield?
University of Illinois Springfield has an acceptance rate of 86%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of Illinois Springfield cost?
The average annual net price at University of Illinois Springfield is $9,833 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $12,252 in-state and $22,017 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at University of Illinois Springfield?
About 53% of students at University of Illinois Springfield complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University of Illinois Springfield graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University of Illinois Springfield students earn a median of $57,103 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Illinois Springfield?
Admitted students at University of Illinois Springfield have an average SAT score of 1,102 and an ACT midpoint of 24. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University of Illinois Springfield?
University of Illinois Springfield enrolls about 2,263 students.
Campus
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