University Of Illinois At Springfield is found in Springfield, Illinois. Springfield is a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at University Of Illinois At Springfield.
The school is known for its programs in media, business and management, computer science and engineering, and family and social work.
Admission to University Of Illinois At Springfield is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 4,517 in 2005 at University Of Illinois At Springfield. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
Full-time students are the norm at University Of Illinois At Springfield. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the American Midwest Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Illinois At Springfield
One University Plaza
Springfield, IL 62703-5407
General Phone: (217) 206-6606
Admissions Phone: (217) 206-4847
Financial Aid Phone: (217) 206-6724
http://www.uis.edu
University Of Illinois At Springfield awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 331 | business management, business administration, accounting, MIS, labor relations |
| Liberal Arts | 200 | liberal arts and sciences, political science, history, English, liberal arts and humanities, social studies, economics |
| Education And Teaching | 133 | educational administration, educational supervision |
| Therapy And Counseling | 96 | psychology, counseling psychology, substance abuse counseling |
| Media | 94 | media studies, journalism |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 80 | computer science |
| Family And Social Work | 78 | public administration, social work, human services, social service professions |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 39 | criminal justice and safety |
| Science | 38 | biology, chemistry |
| Law | 28 | legal professions |
| Medicine | 13 | public health |
| Fine Arts | 12 | fine arts |
| Medical Support And Technology | 10 | clinical lab tech |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 4 | environmental studies |
| Mathematics | 1 | mathematics |
| Medical Adminstration | 0 | health care facilities management |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Illinois At Springfield in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 672 | 22 |
| Master's degree | 470 | 19 |
| Post-master's certificate | 11 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 1 | 1 |
In 2005, University Of Illinois At Springfield had a total enrollment of 4,517 students (2,983 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 55% |
| Graduate | 45% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 97% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
University Of Illinois At Springfield offers campus housing for 820 of its 2,983 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Springfield, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 493 | 311 | 63% | 135 | 43% |
| Men | 234 | 148 | 63% | 59 | 40% |
| Women | 259 | 163 | 63% | 76 | 47% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (217) 206-4847
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,257 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,407 |
| Room and board | $ 7,110 |
| Room charge | $ 4,760 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,650 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Illinois At Springfield participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 933300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (217) 206-6724
University Of Illinois At Springfield has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $44,339 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 17 | $84,684 | 6 | $71,360 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 38 | $65,923 | 28 | $58,924 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 38 | $53,669 | 24 | $45,974 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $46,391 | 3 | $42,584 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 97 | $63,605 | 61 | $54,248 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | short term | 2 | * | 3 | $7,153 |
| All faculty total | short term | 2 | * | 3 | $7,153 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | American Midwest Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 42 | 43 | 85 |
| Basketball | 14 | 14 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 28 | 29 | 57 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Labor and Industrial Relations
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LAW
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
Journalism
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Illinois At Springfield Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
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