Grace is a 2023 UIUC graduate with degrees in East Asian studies and political science. Although her undergraduate journey ended with a blue cap and gown at Memorial Stadium, it actually began at a different school...
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Student Success at UIUC
Ah, success. Something you’ve probably heard about before, and something everybody talks about. Maybe the idea of it motivates you. Maybe you already have a goal you’re working towards. Or maybe trying to figure out...
Are You Ready For It? Let’s Talk About the Meaning of the UIUC Reputation
“Reputation” is a word with many layers; while not quite the mouthful that the “University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign” is, it carries a similar feeling of importance, a sense of permanence, and maybe even a...
UIUC Transfer Guide: How to Apply, Step by Step
Welcome! We’re so excited you’re thinking of making the jump to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The UIUC transfer process looks a little different than the steps you may have taken to apply to colleges in...
Support Resources at UIUC
Making the jump from high school to college can be a difficult transition. While you’re figuring out where to find your classes, how to work the laundry system, and how to live on your own for maybe the first time ever...
Applying to College at UIUC: 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 Find and Use a Net Price Calculator or Financial Aid Calculator to Estimate Your College Financial Aid
We know money is a big concern when applying to college. You have to consider the cost of each institution you’re interested in attending, fill out applications for financial aid, and try to find a way to begin setting...
Is College Worth It?
Higher education plays a huge part in our world today, but is college worth it? It depends. Here are some things to consider as you decide if going to college is a good plan for you. What can college do for you...
Balancing What You Want to Do vs. What’s Expected of You
Maybe your family is full of critically acclaimed authors, but you’ve always preferred writing code to writing stories. Maybe you’ve said you wanted to be a doctor since you were three but have found a new passion after...
Apply Like a Pro to UIUC: Examples of Major-Specific College Application Questions
If you’ve made it here, chances are you’ve reached one of the more daunting parts of college applications: the written questions. There are two ways you can apply to UIUC: the Common App and UIUC’s own...
UIUC College Essay Example Prompts
Whether you decide to apply to UIUC through Common App or myIllini, you’ll have to conquer the dreaded essay portion of the application. Fear not! When writing your essay, you have several options to choose from...
An Introvert’s Guide to Getting Involved in College
Going to college as an introverted person can be scary, especially when the college stories you hear are all about how your older brother made his best friends for life and your third cousin met all 15 of her future...
How to Write a College Application Essay: Tips and Tricks
If there’s anything we know, it’s that applying to college is stressful. And while every part of the process brings its own challenges, completing the written portion of your application is one of the most...
100 Things to Do Before You Graduate UIUC
Whether you’re an avid purveyor of all that Urbana-Champaign has to offer or an eager new arrival looking to ensure you get the most out of your time at the university, we’ve got plenty of options for you. Check out the...
“What Should I Major In?” Here’s How to Choose a College Major
Choosing one of the many college majors out there can be a huge source of anxiety. Maybe you have a gut feeling about what you want to study in college. Maybe your gut is telling you to start heading toward the ice...
What Kind of Engineer Should I Be? Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, and Systems Engineering & Design
If you’ve read our last engineering blog post, you already know that there are all kinds of engineering majors. But here’s the thing: We haven’t covered them all yet. That’s right—you have even more engineering...
Home Away From Home – Angela, Living-Learning Communities at UIUC
Between living in the Business LLC (Living-Learning Community) at Nugent Hall and working as a social media intern with University Housing her first year on campus, Angela knows a lot about UIUC’s residence halls...
How to Succeed in High School so You’re Set for Life
Everyone likes to talk about the best ways to succeed in adult life, but they may fail to mention how you can use your high school experience to prepare yourself for that wonderful post-graduation future. Here’s the...
How many colleges should I apply to? Your college search questions, answered.
The time has come, and the wait is over. You're about to start applying to colleges!
A UIUC Parent’s Guide: 10 Things to Do Before Your Child Applies
Is your child considering the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in their college search? If so, this post was written especially for you! Read on for 10 ways you can learn more about our university and help...
