What type of applicant are you?

First Year
Current high school students (including those with college credit) or high school graduates who have not attended a college/university.
Deadlines
- Spring 2027 First Year - October 1, 2026
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Fall 2027 First Year Early Action - November 2, 2026
Application must be completed including all documentation by deadline.
- Fall 2027 First Year Regular Decision - February 1, 2027

Transfer
Students who have earned college credit since graduating from high school.
Deadlines
- Spring 2027 Transfer - October 15, 2026
- Fall 2027 Transfer Nursing - January 15, 2027
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Fall 2027 Transfer - April 1, 2027
*Online programs may have different deadlines and more admission terms. Check with your program directly.

International
Students who have studied at a foreign secondary school or university or require a visa to study in the U.S.
Deadlines
Same as First Year or Transfer

Readmission
Former degree-seeking undergraduate students returning after two or more terms away from the university.
Deadlines
Same as Transfer

Second Bachelor's Degree
Applicants who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and want to pursue a second degree in a different field.
Deadlines
Same as Transfer

Nondegree
Applicants wishing to take UIC courses without working towards a UIC degree.
Deadlines
Same as Transfer