University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Home to one of the world's top-ranked engineering and computer science programs, UIUC's Grainger College feeds directly into Silicon Valley's biggest employers.
#74
QS World Rank 2027
Top 5
US Undergrad Engineering
56,000+
Total Enrollment
600,000+
Living Alumni
Why UIUC
Why Indian students choose UIUC
World-Class Engineering & CS
The Grainger College of Engineering ranks #5 nationally for undergraduate and #6 for graduate engineering programs, with 42 top-10-ranked specialties.
Elite Global Ranking
UIUC is ranked #74 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, among the top public research universities worldwide.
Direct Pipeline to Big Tech
UIUC computer science graduates are heavily recruited by Google, Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft, with one of the highest CS placement rates in the US.
Gies College of Business
A top-35 nationally ranked business school with strong accounting, finance, and business analytics programs.
STEM OPT Eligible
Engineering and CS graduates qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, extending work authorization up to 3 years.
Major Research Infrastructure
Home to the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA), giving students access to some of the most advanced computing resources in the world.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
MS Computer Science
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MS Data Science (Online/On-Campus)
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MBA
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BS Computer Science
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Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (Gies College of Business) | $52,000 /yr | 2 years |
| MS Computer Science | $44,688 /yr | 1.5-2 years |
| MS Data Science | $38,000 /yr | 1.5 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)
TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score
SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs
Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation
Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
International Merit Scholarship
Up to $12,000 /yr
Grainger Engineering Fellowship
Full tuition + stipend
Gies MBA Merit Scholarship
Up to $25,000 total
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at UIUCstarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to UIUCfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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