The University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign is a world leader in research, teaching and public engagement. The College of Engineering at Illinois is among the world's most prestigious and largest engineering institutions, with undergraduate and graduate programs ranked in the Top Five nationally and internationally. Renowned faculty and exceptional students are drawn to Engineering at Illinois because of our global reputation for leadership in research and education. The Illinois environment offers a distinctive combination of academic rigor within a uniquely Midwestern culture of collaboration and approachability.
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Champaign and Urbana http://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/are two conjoined cities located in central Illinois. Together they have a population of approximately 120,000. The major feature in town is the University, where you will be spending most of your time. The cities are built around the university and many stores and restaurants around campus cater almost exclusively to students. As such, there are many things for students to do.
Located conveniently near Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN and St. Louis, MO, Urbana-Champaign’s easy access to these larger cities allows students additional shopping, dining and entertainment venues for weekends and breaks.
Where you will study
The University of Illinois was founded in 1867 as an industrial college. It has since grown to encompass 17 colleges and has a population of 44,000 students, 32,000 undergraduates and 12,000 graduates. UIUC has over 1000 registered student organizations, with many specifically geared towards the engineering disciplines.
The College of Engineering is consistently highly ranked in both US and world rankings. In particular Computer Science, Materials Science, Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering are extremely well-ranked.
Facilities available to students include a world-class library system, state-of-the-art labs, two extensive recreation facilities, an ice skating rink, multiple museums and theaters.
The public transportation system in Urbana-Champaign will take you almost anywhere in the area that you would like to go.
Courses
The University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign cannot guarantee enrollment in any specific course, so it is important for exchange students to be as flexible as possible when considering UIUC as their study abroad desintation. College of Engineering exchange students cannot take courses offered by the College of Business-NO EXCEPTIONS.
Language
All courses are taught in English.
Exchange students are responsible for arranging their own housing. International Programs in Engineering does not reserve housing for students. Information options include:
Undergraduate and Graduate Residence Halls
These properties are traditional dormitories for college students. Typically, two students share a room. In some cases, you may be assigned to a suite, where there would be three or more students to a room. Sherman and Daniels halls are the only two Graduate Residence Halls and are geared towards undergraduate and graduate students.
http://www.housing.illinois.edu/
Private Certified Housing
An alternative to the University Residence Halls are Private Certified Housing. These halls are managed by external property companies, but have been "approved" by the University of Illinois. The rooms in these halls are typically bigger, but are more expensive. Several of these are also religiously affiliated.
http://certified.housing.illinois.edu/
Off Campus Housing
If you seek a more social or independent living environment, you may consider sub-leasing an off-campus apartment from an Illinois student who will be studying abroad. Sublets can be found through the UIUC Tenant Union
http://www.tenantunion.illinois.edu/lookinghousing.html
• Must be a student at a University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign College of Engineering partner university.
• ‘B’ average
• 610 (253 computer and 103 iBT based) TOEFL or 6.5 IELTS *
• Completed at least 1 year in residence at home university
*Specific requirements are contained in the application.
Deadlines
March 15 (Fall/Academic Year)
September 15 (Spring)
How to Apply
Only students from partner universities may apply. The link will be provided to the home school program coordinator for qualified students. For detailed information, visit the International Programs in Engineering website at http://engineering.illinois.edu/ipeng/incoming-exchange-students/how-to-apply.html
All College of Engineering exchange students receive a tuition waiver and some fee waivers. However, there are some mandatory fees that exchange students are responsible for paying, including
Fall 2018 and Spring 2018 rates
(all amounts are listed in U.S. dollars) |
| Health Service Fee |
231.00 |
| Transportation Fee |
62.00 |
| Health Insurance Fee* |
397.00 |
| International Student Fee |
35.00 |
*The University Health Insurance Office may waive this fee provided you submit a waiver form and are able to demonstrate equivalent or better coverage.
In addition to the fees listed above, exchange students need to budget for housing and meals, books and supplies, and other personal expenses.
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All international students are required to obtain a visa before entering the United States. Upon acceptance to the exchange program, you will be issued a Notice of Admission and a DS-2019 in your admission packet. These documents will allow you to obtain a J1 visa for the duration of your stay.
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