Outcome figures are institution wide, from the US Department of Education College Scorecard.
GRENot stated
English test (TOEFL or IELTS)See policy
TOEFL requirement for full status admission is greater than 102; minimum score for limited status is 550 on the paper-based test, 79 on the internet-based test, and 213 on the computer-based test. IELTS is also accepted (scores must be less than two years old).
Minimum GPASee policy
3.0
Recommendation lettersRequired
3 letters
Prior degreeSee policy
Master's
Statement of purposeRequired
“In addition to the application, the applicant is required to submit the following information: an academic statement, a personal statement, updated resume, official transcripts from all colleges attended, and three letters of recommendation.”
“Financial aid in the form of assistantships, scholarships, fellowships, and tuition waivers can be found throughout the college and campus.”
“Master's Degree Required for Admission to Ph.D.”
Extracted from catalog.illinois.edu (opens in new tab) and grad.illinois.edu (opens in new tab) · latest recorded check 2026-09-08
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