Welcome to the generation of STEM! Now, if you’re anything like me, STEM is not your thing. At all. Throughout high school, I found some STEM subjects interesting like psychology and biology, but I always found myself...
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.
TaylorYour Next Steps as an Admitted Transfer Student
Congratulations on being admitted! This is a huge accomplishment that deserves to be celebrated. With all of your previous work leading up to this, you may be unsure what to do next. Here’s a guideline of the...
Illinois AdmissionsYou Can Self-Report Your Test Scores on the Application!
A big part of our freshman application involves entering in your test scores, and if you’re unsure how to do it, we’ve got your back. Here are a few important things to keep in mind when it comes to self...
BrianIllinois Visit Options
We’re so glad you’re interested in visiting Illinois! With so many ways to see our campus, it can be a bit tricky to decide which option is best for you. That’s why I’m covering some of our most...
Spring Transfer NOA
Congrats on your recent admission to Illinois! You are officially a part of the Illinois Legacy. If you’re wondering what to do next, here are the next steps to enrollment! 1. Accept your offer. First...
FabianApplying to Illinois? Catch an Illini football game for free!
For those looking to preview the gameday atmosphere of our Big Ten university, look no further. This year, we’re offering 3 free football tickets to any student who applies to Illinois by October 15! Yes, you read...
How does Illinois look at dual credit courses?
“Dual credit” means that students are able to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously. Many students who take these courses have questions about how they will transfer into their college or university...
Applying to Illinois: A Complete Guide
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...
How to Apply to College in 4 Steps
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...
