Chicago, IL · Springfield, IL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Illinois Chicago | University of Illinois Springfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 78.5% | 84.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $14,338 | $12,252 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $29,360 | $22,017 |
| Average Net Price | $11,499 | $9,241 |
| Graduation Rate | 60.0% | 61.0% |
GradFax Analysis
University of Illinois Chicago accepts 78.5% of applicants. University of Illinois Springfield accepts 84.4%. University of Illinois Chicago's in-state tuition is $14,338. University of Illinois Springfield's is $12,252. University of Illinois Springfield is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 60% at University of Illinois Chicago, 61% at University of Illinois Springfield.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Illinois Chicago. It accepts 78.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Illinois Springfield, on average. After aid, students pay $9,241/year versus $11,499/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. University of Illinois Chicago is at 60%; University of Illinois Springfield is at 61%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.