University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago Bachelor’s Program Overview
The University of Illinois Chicago is a public university that has been offering online bachelor’s degree programs since 2007-2008. All online classes are recorded and archived, so students can review lectures whenever it’s convenient for them. If you’re applying to UIC’s online programs, keep in mind that the deadline is rolling.
About the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program
UIC is a highly ranked, diverse research institution accredited by the HLC and an approved SARA institution. For UIC’s degree completion programs, students must transfer in with either an associate degree or 57-60 credits. The College of Nursing holds accreditation from the CCNE. The BSHIM program is accredited by CAHIIM, and graduates are eligible to take the RHIA credentialing exam from AHIMA. The College of Business Administration is AACSB-accredited and ranked as the #1 business program in the Chicagoland area.
2025 Bachelor’s Program Quick Stats
- Enrollment: 809
- Tuition Per Credit: $346
- Application Deadline: Rolling
University of Illinois Chicago Rankings
UIC ranks #3 out of 350 in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs. Schools are evaluated based on widely accepted indicators of excellence.
- #3 in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs (tie)
- #17 in Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Programs (tie)
Best Online Programs Ranking Indicators
See how this program compares to 349 others based on factors from the U.S. News methodology.
- Engagement rank: 4
- Engagement score: 94
- Faculty Credentials and Training rank: 24
- Faculty Credentials and Training score: 94
- Services and Technologies rank: 87
- Services and Technologies score: 72
- Peer Assessment score (out of 5): 3.6
University of Illinois Chicago Bachelor’s Program Data
Applying to University of Illinois Chicago
Applications
- Application deadline (U.S. residents): Rolling
- Application deadline (international students): Rolling
- Priority application deadline: N/A
- Notification of admissions: Rolling—students are notified within 7-10 business days after the Admissions Committee reviews their application.
Admissions requirements same as campus-based students’ requirements? Yes
Sometimes denies admittance to qualified applicants? No
Requirements
- Accepts transfer students? Yes
- Transfer students may earn advanced standing credit? Yes
- Dual enrollment at separate college allowed? Yes
- Can earn degree entirely outside U.S.? Yes
- Application essay required? No
- High school completion requirements: Diploma or GED required
- Minimum high school GPA required: N/A
- TOEFL iBT Test required for international students? Yes
- Minimum TOEFL iBT Test score required: 80
Academic Admissions Factors
- Rigor of secondary school record: Not Considered
- Class rank: Not Considered
- GPA: Very Important
- Recommendation(s): Important
- Standardized test scores: Not Considered
- Application essay: Considered
Non-Academic Admissions Factors
- Interview: Not Considered
- Extracurricular activities: Considered
- Talent/ability: Considered
- Character/personal qualities: Not Considered
- First-generation college student: Not Considered
- Alumni relations: Not Considered
- Geographical residence: Not Considered
- State residency: Not Considered
- Religious affiliation/commitment: Not Considered
- Volunteer work: Considered
- Work experience: Important
- Applicant’s interest level: Considered
Entering Class Stats
- Applicants: 663
- Applicants accepted: 439
- Applicants enrolled: 347
- Acceptance rate: 66%
- Female applicants enrolled: 260
- Female acceptance rate: 67.4%
- Male applicants enrolled: 76
- Male acceptance rate: 63.4%
