Applying to college is key, and you want to get it right. It can also be a complicated maze full of twists and turns (including different requirements and deadlines for every school on your list!). We’re here to...
Category - Admissions
Keep up with our bloggers’ posts (specifically our Admissions Counselors!) to learn all of the things you need to do to become an Illini.
Illinois AdmissionsYour Guide to Applying to College
Ah, the college application. The troll on the bridge. Instead of quizzing you with riddles, though, this troll is asking you to submit lengthy forms full of personal information to his office before a specified date...
4 Simple Steps to Writing the Perfect Illinois Essay
To start, let’s debunk a popular myth: “the perfect essay.” It’s not real. It can’t be, because otherwise we’d already have the essay and there would be no reason to write any...
How to Transfer to Illinois: A Complete Guide
Welcome! We’re so excited you’re thinking of making the jump to Illinois. Transferring can be a confusing process. Are you taking the right classes? Will your credits transfer? What information do you need to apply...
5 Ways to Help Your Child Apply to College
Senior year is a stressful time for the vast majority of high school students. As your child prepares to dive full force into college application mode, you may wonder how to best support them throughout the process...
We need your transcripts, new Illini!
Happy summer! I hope your summer break is off to a great start. Summer is often a time to relax and have fun, but don’t go into full relaxation summer mode yet, because we still need a couple things from...
LoganInternational New Student Orientation: All the things you wanted to know…
We are getting so excited to welcome all our new Illini to campus this fall! I’m sure you might have a lot of questions before you move to campus. Questions, like: when do I move in? When do I find out housing...
JessAre you an admitted international student? FAQs answered!
Are you an admitted international student with questions about next steps? Or maybe you are just confused on how to make the decision if Illinois could be your home for the next four years. I’m hoping this blog...
Sending Official Test Scores: What You Need to Know
The countdown has begun! If you have already accepted your admission offer but have not yet sent your official test scores, now is the time to do so. Today, I will go over the Frequently Asked Questions on what you need...
SuhaInter-Collegiate Transfer
If you’re anything like me, choosing a major was a major hurdle to overcome. With over 150 majors offered here at the University of Illinois, I was overwhelmed with the sheer amount of choices. When I found out that the...
MichaelTransfer Insights
Being able to look back at my personal social media posts through the “memories” function is amazing. I smile as I’m reminded of all of the incredible moments of my journey through higher education...
TonyThe Hundreds of Reasons to Join the Illinois Family
It’s hard to believe that May 1 is approaching so quickly—which means so is the deadline to accept your Illinois offer of admission! If you’re looking for a reason or two or 200 to choose Illinois...
EvanInternational Students: Preparing for Your I-20
You are in! Give yourself a pat on the back for officially becoming an Illini. While the hardest part is behind you, you still have a couple more steps ahead. Think of the I-20 process as the bridge that helps you reach...
The Day I Decided to Come to Illinois
I’ll be honest, Illinois was not my first choice when I was applying to colleges. My mom was an Illini, which was one of the biggest reasons why I applied. Also, I had visited Chicago a few times and thought it would be...
StevenIs Parkland Pathway the Right Fit for Me?
Let’s find out! Parkland Pathway is perfect for students who are interested in beginning their college experience at Parkland and then transferring to Illinois later. This opportunity is open to Illinois high school...
BrianConscription: Mandatory Military Service
There are some countries in the world that require mandatory military service: Singapore, South Korea, Israel, to name a few. If you happen to be from one of them and want to attend the University of Illinois, have no...
What is New Student Registration?
I hope you all are getting excited to finish out your semesters strong and to join our Illinois community! One of the most important steps in this process that you will find on your Admitted Student Checklist is to sign...
KatieMy Path to the University of Illinois
I thought it might be fun to share with you how I came to be a student here at the University of Illinois. When I graduated from high school back in 2002, I decided to start a punk rock band and pursue a career as a...
Why You Should Attend an Illinois Summer Program
It’s times like these when all I can think about is the summer and the fantastic weather that comes with it. After the polar vortex, there aren’t many things I’m looking forward to more than spending...
Tips for Regular Admission Notification Day
So, it’s almost that time. March is right around the corner, and that means our regular admission notification day is almost upon us. By this time, we know that you are probably extremely anxious. We are here to help...
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