The University of Illinois at Chicago is an urban university intimately connected to its home in one of the nation's largest and most diverse cities. A noted research center, particularly in urban affairs, medicine and the health sciences, UIC is committed to creating and disseminating new knowledge.

UIC is a vital partner in the educational, technological and cultural fabric of the Chicago metropolitan area. The more than 25,000 students benefit from the campus' deep commitment to its community. Approximately 400 faculty and staff participate in UIC's Great Cities Commitment, a multidisciplinary project that includes 500+ programs in Chicago working to find model solutions to challenges facing urban areas throughout the world.

The campus operates the state's major public medical center and is a principal educator of Illinois' physicians, dentists, pharmacists, nurses and other health-care professionals. With branches in Peoria, Rockford and Urbana, the College of Medicine educates more physicians than any other university in the nation.

Other Campuses:    Urbana-Champaign    Springfield