Congratulations on being accepted to the University
of Illinois College of Law. Because it's best to experience the College of Law firsthand
to see what makes it such a special place, we really encourage all admitted students
to come visit us.
Admitted Students Binder (All Pages)
Admitted Students Forum
Register for one of the Open Houses.
Additional Open House Information
Seat Deposit for Class of 2011
Please remember that to be considered for federal student loans as a law student,
you must complete a 2005-2006 FAFSA. You will need your 2004 federal income tax
return information to complete the application. You can file the FAFSA
electronically (FAFSA or OSFA), or you may use the paper FAFSAs which are available
at most colleges, universities, local libraries, and high schools. The Title IV
Code for the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is 001775.
The majority of College of Law students live in off-campus housing, however,
the University of Illinois has a limited number of graduate and family housing
units available. For information, please contact the Housing Division at
217-333-5656 or visit the web site at www.housing.uiuc.edu/options/
You'll find an array of housing rental options in Champaign-Urbana at
affordable costs. We've provided location and contact information for the
most popular choices among current law students. While the College of Law
doesn't make recommendations, we've provided the following links for your information.
Vibrant and engaging, the twin cities of Champaign-Urbana are home to the
University of Illinois. Combining natural Midwestern beauty with cultural
resources typically found in larger metropolitan areas, Champaign-Urbana
retains the charm, safety, and affordability of smaller communities.
With a population of 100,000, Champaign-Urbana boasts a wide range of
restaurants,
shopping, coffee houses,
nightlife (including plenty of clubs
and live music venues), movie theaters, athletic facilities, galleries, and bookstores.
There's a nearby vineyard, orchard, miles of bicycle paths, and an award-winning
local transit service — free to students. Housing, entertainment, and living expenses
are comparatively low. Additional information about Champaign-Urbana is available
at the University of Illinois web site's Community page,
and you'll also find items of interest at the following sites:
A major center for the arts, the campus attracts dozens of nationally
and internationally renowned artists each year to its widely acclaimed
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. The University also supports
two major museums: the Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion; and the
Spurlock Museum of world history and culture.
Outside of campus, Boardman's Art Theatre
offers cinema beyond the standard Hollywood fare while the
historic Virginia Theatre presents locally-produced musicals, a monthly film series,
live performances (from Ann Margret to Jim Brickman), and hosts UI alum and
Urbana native Roger Ebert's Annual Overlooked Film Festival.
Plus, you can experience Big Ten Conference action in nine men's and 10
women's sports.
Campus recreation facilities include playing fields and gyms; an ice arena; basketball,
tennis, squash, volleyball, and racquetball courts; swimming pools; indoor
running tracks, weight rooms; two 18-hole championship golf courses, and
an in-line skating rink. Bowling and billiards are available on campus at the Illini Union.
Nearby is the University's Allerton Park, a national natural landmark
featuring flood-plain forests, beautiful flower gardens, and an outstanding
collection of statuary from Asia and Europe.
Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis are all less than three hours away by car.
The University's Willard Airport (flight code CMI) and Amtrak provide easy
access to destinations throughout the U.S.
