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University of Illinois at Chicago

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a public research university in Chicago, Illinois, offering undergraduate and graduate study, including engineering and business master's programmes. Its Office of International Services publishes a clear 2026-27 cost estimate by college, which helps families plan funds for the I-20.

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Cost

Fees, in your currency and in rupees

LevelTuitionIn rupeesFor
UGUSD 35,596 – USD 38,396 / yearabout ₹33.8 lakh – ₹36.5 lakhinternational undergraduate tuition and fees, 2026-27, 12 credits/semester: general $35,596; Engineering $38,292; Business $38,396. Totals with living and books $55,570-$58,370.
PGUSD 33,530 – USD 43,530 / yearabout ₹31.8 lakh – ₹41.3 lakhinternational graduate tuition and fees, 2026-27: general $33,530; Engineering MS (incl. Computer Science, ECE) $38,478; Business MS/MBA $43,530. Totals with living and books $55,245-$65,245.

Rupee figures at ₹94.96 per USD (2026-10-30). Living costs: see Study in United States.

Can I get in?

Entry requirements for Indian students

After Class 12 (UG)
Meet first-year admission requirements, submit English scores (or exemption) and official transcripts/marksheets. No India-specific percentage published on page opened.
IELTS
6.5 overall (6 each section)
TOEFL
80 iBT
PTE
54 overall
DUOLINGO
120 (115 each section), accepted for Fall 2027 onwards
WAIVER
Exemptions for certain SAT/ACT/AP/IB scores, IGCSE/O level results, or study/work in English-speaking countries
Courses

Popular programmes with Indian students

  • MS in Computer SciencePG
  • MS in Business AnalyticsPG
  • MS in Electrical and Computer EngineeringPG
  • MS in Management Information SystemsPG
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How and when to apply

Route: Common Application (first-year)

Application fee: UG first-year: $170 ($70 application + $100 international evaluation)

After you graduate

Work after study

US F-1 Optional Practical Training: up to 12 months, plus a 24-month STEM OPT extension for eligible STEM degrees with an E-Verify employer (studyinthestates.dhs.gov).

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