The Graduate College at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is dedicated to a simple idea: bringing together superb students with outstanding research faculty in a diverse and stimulating urban environment. Our graduate programs prepare scholars to take on the challenges of the future. UIC graduates are innovative thought leaders in a wide variety of careers spanning academia, private industry, non-profit organizations, and government.

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  • 111 Masters programs

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Academic Dates

Jan 21 2022
Spring 2022 - Online Add/Drop Deadline
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Jan 28 2022
Spring 2022 - Deadline to File for Graduation this Term
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Mar 18 2022
Spring 2022 – Deadline to Submit Defended & Approved Thesis/Dissertation
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May 6 2022
Spring 2022 – Deadline for Graduate College to Receive Certificates of Approval for Master’s & Professional Doctorate Project
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The State of U.S. Science and Engineering 2022
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
The State of U.S. Science and Engineering shows that strengthening the U.S. S&E enterprise is critical to maintaining the U.S. position as a lead performer and collaborator of S&T activities globally.
State of the Humanities: Workforce and Beyond
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
The Humanities Indicators is a nationally recognized source of nonpartisan information on the state of the humanities, providing researchers and policy-makers with better tools to answer basic questions about areas of concern in the field.
If you are receiving compensation from the University, you may be able to save for retirement now
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The University 403(b) Plan is an optional investment plan available to all employees receiving compensation from the University. Participants may choose to invest pre-tax and/or Roth (after-tax) money with Fidelity Investments and/or TIAA.…
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Take safety on campus into your own hands with the UIC SAFE App!

With around-the-clock access to UIC Police, centralized reporting and support resources, several options for a safer commute, and much more, the UIC SAFE App is a one-stop security shop. There is something for everyone!

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