University of Illinois at Chicago Top Questions

Being in Chicago, using public transportation, loving the snow and wind. The fact that there are labs and libraries open for the majority of the day. Being able to meet students from so many different backgrounds. Professors are experts in their field but they are relatable and easy to talk to - it never feels like class where you're forced to be there but rather like you're having a discussion you want to be a part of.

I brag about my schools engineering program, which is reknown, and i also brag that UIC is one of the top 10 research institutions in the nation!!!!

I don't really brag about my school, but one thing i am very proud of at UIC is a group called FIA. FIA, Filipinos in Alliance, is a group which allows many Filipinos to bond and get to know each other, while competing against other school in sports and dances. Through this group I've been able to make lots of friends and interact with more people from other schools as well.

I am transferring to UIC from Roosevelt University. UIC is considerably larger than my current one and host a larger variety of classes where I can study topics that are more specific to my interests. There is also more class availablilty. This means I will not have to worry about whether or not a class wil be offered a particular semester. Not only does UIC have a wider variety of classes, but a larger variety of student activities where I will be able to flourish as a student and participate in the student community.

I love the dorm life of my school. Everyone is so social and I've made so many close friendships it's amazing. I love my school and every aspect of college/dorm life.

The fact that it's in downtown Chicago and there is always something to do.

I brag mostly about the location, I love Chicago and everything the city has to offer.

It's in the city and there's lots of shopping that can be done.

We have a good computer science program.

It's cheap because it's a state school and thus saves quite a lot of money. Also, it's location in the city is nice because Chicago is beautiful and there is a lot to do there like museums and concerts, etc.