About us
UIS—The University of Illinois Springfield, founded in 1969 as Sangamon State University, is a public university located in Springfield, Illinois. As part of the University of Illinois System, UIS offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across four colleges: Business and Management, Health, Science & Technology, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Education & Public Affairs. The university has a policy of offering online classes and has more than 50 online degrees and certificate programs.
In the same ranking, UIS was ranked number 1 in Illinois and number 7 among Midwestern universities, which testifies to the institution's commitment to providing quality education.
Key Highlights of University of Illinois Springfield
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Details
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Established
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1969
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Location
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Springfield, Illinois
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Colleges
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Business and Management; Health, Science, and Technology; Liberal Arts & Social Sciences; Public Affairs & Education
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Online Programs
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Over 50 online degrees and certificates
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Student Enrollment
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Approximately 4,000
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Student Organizations
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Over 85 student organisations and 10 Greek life organisations
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Athletics
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15 NCAA Division II teams (Prairie Stars)
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Campus Size
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740 acres
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Accreditation
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Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
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