University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign Reviews

  • 239 Reviews
  • Champaign (IL)
  • Annual Tuition: $33,686
88% of 239 students said this degree improved their career prospects
97% of 239 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Mathematics
"Very nice college with good faculties. Very helpful staff and lot of learning."
Stella
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Economics
"The programs offered are extremely beneficial. If attending as an in-state student, it is the most affordable education for the highest quality. The professor's genuinely care about you. There are alums in every city, and many ways to get career opportunities."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Accounting
"For accounting, the college of business makes it easy for the student to get their hours to qualify for the CPA and get their masters at the same time."
Dan
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Accounting
"I really enjoyed going to U of I, I had wanted the experience of going to a large "Big 10" University. Overall, I thought most of my fellow students were friendly, intelligent, and fun. I liked the majority of my Professors, who were very knowledgeable and approachable. One criticism is that because U of I's Accounting program is so high ranked, some Professors get a little lazy and just assume the students will "figure it out, because you got into U of I, you must be smart!" I like to learn on my own, but I can do that for free. Despite that issue, the CPA review program was top notch. Even though, the Professor who taught it while I was there passed away a few years ago. Overall, U of I is very good for practically any major, especially Business and Engineering. And the University has good relationships with recruiters and major companies, which helps with finding a job after graduation."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Engineering
"It is essential to go to college and get a great education so that you can get a good paying job. While getting good grades is essential, it is also important to explore the world and make new friends and experience new things at college. It may be expensive, but it will be the best decision you have ever made."
Dr M
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2017
  • Degree: Information Technology
"It was great. Fun city and awesome program. Highly recommended."
Amanda Lee
  • Reviewed: 6/26/2017
  • Degree: Nutrition
"Overall, my time at U of I was a positive one, but as a student looking to start a career, you have to be willing to make your own path. Champaign-Urbana is the kind of undergrad experience for those who are willing to make the steps necessary for their future. Things are not provided straight for you, however, there are excellent resources at hand if you just ask. Strictly from a career standpoint, career counselors are plenty and can be very helpful, but it takes a lot of grit to continue following up and using these resources to make your future happen since there are so many students. It was a "diy" college experience and you have to be goal driven to make it out with a job waiting for you. Regarding the social aspect: there is a lot. From Greek life to club sports, if you seek it, you will find a group of people who have similar interests in a school of 20,000 people. The hardest part is finding those people you can grow with. You have to be willing to party just a bit (no, it's not obligatory but if you can't have fun, college is not as enjoyable.) Four years pass quickly and U of I is not the most comfortable choice for everyone. That being said, this is the perfect place to learn to step out of your comfort zone and make a strong leap into your career."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"The university provided lots of practical experience and learning in the field."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Chemistry
"Great institution with curing edge research"
ArchMajor
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Architecture
"U of I gave me the tools that I needed to start my career successfully. I attended for my under grad and Master's degree."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Accounting
"Great experience to get out on your own. You're in a bubble with thousands of other people your age and gives you a chance to just be in the moment with less responsibility than as a grown up"
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Engineering
"Great campus and surround college town really provides a lot to do. Faculty can be really dependent on what program you are in, but overall they provide a great opportunity."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Architecture
"It was a great experience. It had a well rounded curriculum. The campus is beautiful."
AC17
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Accounting
"Attending this school definitely helped me get my foot in the door for great jobs, but I really learned by doing on-the-job training."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: History
"This is a very good school, with a great library and great area studies resources"
MyronJobra
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Information Technology
"The program was fine. The campus was beautiful. I enjoyed my time at the university not just to study but also to relax and enjoy nice weather, good food and good company."
Patrick
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Business
"It was a great experience that opened up a lot of doors for my career. However, it was also very expensive."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Pharmacy
"It was the best education, rated at one of the top schools. I learned professionalism and how to work in many different fields of pharmacy"
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Engineering
"Quality engineering school, though there is less focus on students pursuing non-thesis degrees and little financial support for those individuals (no matter how well you did in undergrad)."
Hench
  • Reviewed: 5/22/2017
  • Degree: Engineering
"The University of Illinois is a world class school for engineering. You will get a degree respected everywhere in engineering, and the campus is a great place to live."