Life at UIC

Located in the heart of one of the world's great cities, the University of Illinois Chicago is a vital part of the educational, technological and cultural fabric of the nation. As Chicago's only public research university, UIC provides students access to excellence and opportunity.

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Housing and Dining

learn more: Housing and Dining

UIC offers a variety of campus housing – select from a shared living experience or a more private single student residence.

UIC students can access both Chicago cuisines and authentic global dishes right on campus.

Diversity Resources

UIC is among the top five most diverse campuses in the nation and a national leader among urban, public higher education institutions in providing access to underrepresented students. UIC is focused on eliminating disparities in health, education, and economic opportunity. Community engagement is a centerpiece of UIC’s urban mission. Faculty, students, and staff in every college work with neighborhood, foundation, and government partners on a wide range of projects to improve the quality of life in metropolitan areas around the world.

Diversity Resources

Graduate College Diversity

Latino Cultural Center

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Campus Activities

Recreation Centers

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UIC Campus Recreation offers state-of-the-art facilities focused on providing a complete recreational experience. Dispersed throughout campus, Campus Recreation offers over 500,000 square feet of dynamic and diverse recreational opportunities, encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Visit the Student Recreation Facility

Visit the Sport & Fitness Center

Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), Clubs, Sports

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UIC has more than 300 student activities and organizations to enhance your experience and resume. Learn valuable leadership and organizational management skills, make new friends, and enjoy a more vibrant college experience by choosing to participate in one or more of these opportunities.

If cannot find a student activity or organization you are interested in, you can consider creating your own!

For more information about RSOs

Interesting Places

360 Chicago Observation Deck: Located in the John Hancock Center on the 94th floor and made entirely of glass. Experience heart-stopping views of Chicago’s skyline and four neighboring states.

Millennium Park: Across the street lies a 25-acre oasis, perfect for a stroll or catching a fun concert in the warmer months. The Bean marks the center of the park and is a destination hot spot for tourists around the world.

Chicago Theatre: Visit the Chicago Theatre, a gorgeous city landmark showcasing the best of the arts in music, plays, and more.

Riverwalk: Grab a bite and walk Chicago’s scenic Riverwalk, which is scattered with fishing piers, boat docks, and eateries ranging from seafood to tacos.

Wrigley Field: Catch a Chicago Cubs game at the iconic Wrigley Field, a Chicago landmark since 1914. Located in Wrigleyville, it is the second-oldest baseball stadium in the world.

Architecture Boat Tour: Take an architecture boat tour with Chicago’s First Lady cruises to explore the city’s legendary buildings and the colorful history behind more than 50 prominent sites.

Internship and Research Opportunities

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Summer internship opportunities at UIC are endless!

For more information please visit: Summer Research Opportunities Program for Undergraduates