University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Review Summary

The Universities that comprise the Big Ten Conference are known mostly for their sports, but some of them have a solid academic reputation as well and one of them is the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, a large university with a reputation for excellence. Reviewers of the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign love it for many reasons, among them the great education, great tradition, and solid reputation for academic excellence as well as sports entertainment. The many positive comments about the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign include “Great School for Many Disciplines” and “The Right Place for Me”. It adds up to a very positive experience for all of those who have reviewed, ranking the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign as one of the best Colleges and Universities in the land.
88% of people rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 5 stars
88% of people rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 5 stars%
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6% of people rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 4 stars
6% of people rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 4 stars%
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No one rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 3 stars
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6% of people rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 2 stars
6% of people rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 2 stars%
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No one rated University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as 1 star
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94% 94% of people recommend University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 6% of people don't recommend University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 6%
 

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5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
FEB
29
2008

I attended the University of Illinois at Urbana, starting after I graduated high school in 1973 and graduating in 1977. I was looking for a school where I could major in some sort of business discipline and also where I could pursue my musical interests.

My parents made it clear to me that I would have...

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2009 Writer
serious student, paying for school

Saxguy
Skokie, IL
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2 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
OCT
29
2009

In July 2009, the University of Illinois launched a salary freeze for administrators, faculty and other academic professionals without considering how much a person earns in a year, or whether the salary is from the university or external funding or grants. More than 65 administratives in the University...

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academically challenged

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Chicago, IL
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Ratings and Reviews

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paying for school

AUG
18
2008

The Univeristy of Illinois is a hidden gem in the heart and sole of Illinois. Although it is stuck out in the corn, the university has its own atmosphere and city-like appeal.  Having gone through a major face lift in the past 20 years, Illinois offers a top notch education and some fine living accomidations.

Two of the five colleges at the Univeristy of Illinois are top ranked schools nationally. The Engineering and Business colleges will give you the tools to succeed in life.  Also the university boasts one of the largest greek systems in the county.  This allows for an unlimited amount of...

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5 star rating
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smetana2
Frankfort, IL



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a serious student, caring about sports, into the social scene

JUL
11
2008
The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is an awesome school. After the first semester was over, I thought of this University as my home away from home. This is where I have made some very good decisions, as well as, very poor decisions but have learned from them all. This University has a lot to offer. There are a lot of school affiliated clubs, varsity sports, social events, and the academics are challenging yes, but still manageable. Going to this university has opened my eyes to a whole new world beyond that of the suburbs.
5 star rating
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mlee1436
Wheeling, IL



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a serious student

MAY
12
2009

I attended the University of Illinois several years ago, and I would not have exchanged that experience for any other college or univerity for anything.  I had other choices, but I wanted to major in chemical engineering.  You might not know that U of I is one of the top universities in engineering in the world.  I received a stellar education and promptly got a job with an oil company.  The University of Illinois is well-known for many other things--it competes well in many sports, for example--but scholarship is at the top of the list.   I had football season tickets while I was there,...

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5 star rating
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dabrig
Decatur, GA



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a college grad, believe in higher education, public school grad, not rich, Lived off Campus, full-time worker

DEC
15
2007
This is a great universtiy, and a great town.

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is the oldest, largest, and most prestigious in the. It is one of the United States' most selective state schools with several of its popular undergraduate and graduate programs ranked first in the nation.

The university is composed of 18 Colleges and Institutes that offer more than 150 programs of study. In addition, the university operates an extension that serves 2.5 million registrants per year around the state of Illinois and beyond. The campus includes 272 major buildings on 1,458 acres (5.90 km²)...

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zhangshao
Chicago, IL



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a college grad, Lived on Campus, believe in higher education

DEC
17
2007
Going to this college was the best decision I've made. There is something for every type of person at this school. School spirit is high and it is great to be part of a school with great traditions. I was a member of the marching band and a concert band.  Their music program is top notch.  There is a place for everyone at every level. On campus there is always plenty to do.  The students are creative and become great leaders. The school stresses excellence in every area.  Attending this school provided me with wonderful memories and a strong foundation for my future!
5 star rating
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riverwide
Gilberts, IL



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a good test taker, a college grad, Lived off Campus, a serious student, deans list, serious student, pc-user, not rich

APR
24
2008
Wonderful university that is in a good location. Good size. The surrounding city is large enough to support whatever you may need - grocery stores, strip malls, enclosed malls, movie theatres, restaurants, and well kept parks. Nice area (minus the farm smell on the South side of campus) with very little crime. The campus is kept up really nice with lots of trees and other types of flora and fauna. Great Atmospheric Sciences program to boot! Going on to pursue my PhD from ths department because I like it so much! Came to UIUC from a small university and like ths one a lot!
5 star rating
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sailormoonbeam02
Eastpointe, MI



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a serious student

FEB
21
2008
This school is great. I did my undergraduate degree here in the engineering program. My dept is 5th in the country and is totally worth going to central Illinois to go there. My education here helped get me into MIT for Graduate school!

The social life is great! Especailly if you are into Frats or Sororities. The UI has the most frats and sororties of any university at last count. I never thought I would enter a sorority, but I found a great one!

The campus is beautiful, the sports are great, and academics are outstanding. Go here!

5 star rating
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Novella
Sanford, FL



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a college grad, believe in higher education, public school grad

NOV
22
2007
One of the premier colleges in the US. With one of the greatest traditions and history of any college in the United States, students can expect a great education and to be a member of one of the largest Alumni Associations, you will always find a graduate where ever you should go. There is always great entertainment around campus, you will never go wrong with going here.
5 star rating
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Goldenfir
Hensley, AR



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Rated on January 14, 2009

4 star rating
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reservoirpups
Champaign, IL



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Rated on November 26, 2008

5 star rating
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nhaugen
Phoenix, AZ



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Rated on October 24, 2008

5 star rating
kml-mp
Chicago, IL



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JUN
11
2008
My boyfriend will be starting here this fall for his MD/PhD program!  I am so proud of him.  He will be doing cancer research, and working on a PhD in molecular biology.  U of I is such a great school.  Apparently U of I at Urbana-Champange has a great physics program too.  I'm definitely considering it for grad school.
5 star rating
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imaflamingo
San Diego, CA



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a serious student

AUG
19
2008
Love it!
5 star rating
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CarlyF
Northbrook, IL



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