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Admission requirements, deadlines, cost, housing, and how hard the classes actually are, from Illinois's own pages and the registrar's own grade data. No brochure language.

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GETTING IN

  1. 01What are the admission requirements for Illinois?
  2. 02When is the application deadline?
  3. 03How does Early Action work?
  4. 04What is the average GPA and test score for admitted students?
  5. 05How do transfer students apply?

COST

  1. 01What does a year at Illinois actually cost?
  2. 02What scholarships can a freshman get?
  3. 03How do I apply for financial aid?
  4. 04What is the cost difference for out-of-state students?

THE ACADEMICS

  1. 01How hard is CHEM 102, really?
  2. 02What are the hardest classes at Illinois, by the numbers?
  3. 03What classes do I need for my major?
  4. 04What are the campus General Education requirements?

LIFE HERE

  1. 01Do freshmen have to live on campus?
  2. 02How do I pick a residence hall?
  3. 03What clubs can I join?
  4. 04How do students get around campus?

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