“How Do I…?” Students
Prospective Students
How do I apply to UIC?
The Office of Admission can help you explore programs, understand tuition costs and guide you through the application process. Many parts of their website can be translated into multiple languages.
If you are an international student ready to apply to UIC as a degree-seeking student, make sure to review the International Requirements page for undergraduate students or graduate and professional students for information on English proficiency, foreign credentials and more.
If you are currently studying at one of UIC’s international exchange partner schools, you can find information about how to apply to UIC as an incoming exchange student through the Office of International Services page.
If you are interested in studying in an intensive English language program, you can find more information on applying through the Tutorium in Intensive English page.
How do I submit transcripts from my home country?
Please visit the International Requirements page for undergraduate students or graduate and professional students for details on foreign credential evaluation.
What are UIC's English language requirements?
Please visit the International Requirements page for undergraduate students or graduate and professional students and scroll down to English Proficiency to see the approved tests and required minimum scores for degree programs.
If you are interested in studying in an intensive English language program, which has no English language requirement, please visit the Tutorium in Intensive English page for more information.
How do I find information on scholarships for international students?
All undergraduate students are automatically considered for scholarships as part of the application process. Graduate students can find guidance on how to fund their studies, including assistantships, on the Graduate College website.
The Office of Scholarships and Office of External Fellowships provide guidance to current UIC students on locating and applying for funding. The Office of International Affairs and the Office of International Services both manage scholarships specific to international education.
How do I find professional and customized programs for international students?
Programs for International Partnerships has information on professional and customized programs for international students.
Accepted/Current Students
How do I get help transitioning to life in Chicago and at UIC?
The Office of International Services provides pre-departure advising and comprehensive orientation programs to help international students ease into life in the U.S. and at UIC. Visit their website for more information or send an email to the New International Student Team at newintl@uic.edu.
Students seeking additional support with English language can consider short courses, tutoring, and editing services through the Tutorium in Intensive English.
In addition, through our partnership, UIC Global provides tutoring and other additional support services for students in the UIC Global programs.
I'm an international student seeking employment or an assistantship. How do I find information on this?
The Student Employment Office assists students through the process of finding and securing on-campus, student hourly jobs. Graduate assistantships are not managed through any one office but UIC Human Resources has very helpful page to get you started with understanding the world of assistantships.
International students with questions about their employment eligibility should consult the Office of International Services prior to accepting an offer of employment.
How do I get assistance understanding my travel expenses, visa, and housing?
The Office of International Services provides pre-departure advising to incoming international students. Visit their website or send an email to their New International Student Team at newintl@uic.edu.
How do I get help with my English language skills?
The Tutorium in Intensive English has multiple English as a Foreign Language programs for different levels of English-speaking abilities.
I'm a current UIC student. How do I find information on studying abroad?
The Study Abroad Office can help you explore all the options for study abroad and how to make it work for you. Get started with a First Steps advising session.
Other ways to globally engage right here on-campus include living in Campus Housing’s International Perspectives LLC, participating in Trade Winds, getting involved in one of UIC’s international centers, institutes or academic programs, practicing a new language at the Language and Culture Learning Center, or joining one of the many student organizations focused on diverse cultural experiences.
I'm looking for employment opportunities at UIC. Where do I find them?
Please refer to the UIC Job Board.
I'm interested in a graduate assistantship—do you have available positions?
Contact the home department for available assistantships or refer to the UIC Job Board.