University of Illinois at Springfield

Springfield, Illinois

The University of Illinois Springfield is a public institution in Springfield, Illinois recognized by Abound as both a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. With online degrees available and a large population of adult learners, the school is designed to support students returning to college while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.uis.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students
659 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:1,633
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:765
  • Pell Grant students:858
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:968
  • Part-time students
    29%
  • Students over 25 years old
    33%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$341
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$9,241
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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(1)
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(3)
  • Education(2)
  • English Language and Literature/Letters(1)
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)

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  • Mathematics and Statistics(1)
  • Philosophy and Religious Studies(1)
  • Psychology(1)
  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(1)
  • Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
  • Social Sciences(2)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(1)
  • History(1)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:50%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
44 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:No
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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