UIS Peoria provides a high-value, affordable University of Illinois degree with a flexible schedule to meet your academic and professional goals.

Students who have completed their general education requirements and foundational courses at a community college or other accredited institution can apply for admission to UIS Peoria. With experienced faculty, a convenient location, and a world-class University of Illinois reputation, UIS Peoria brings together the value of a U of I degree and accessible, convenient, and affordable options.

UIS Peoria is local and offers:

  • Bachelor programs in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, and Teachers Education.
  • Evening courses are available at Illinois Central College, online, or in a blended format.
  • UIS Students may take classes in Peoria even if they are based in Springfield.
  • Scholarships, awards, and financial aid are available.

Attend UIS in Peoria

Transfer to UIS and earn your undergraduate degree in Peoria. Students who have completed their general education requirements and foundational courses at a community college or other accredited institution can apply for admission at UIS Peoria.

Virtual office hours are set by appointment only - Evening appointments are only available virtually!

*For office hours or to schedule an appointment, please email uispeoria@uis.edu or call us at 309-694-8900

Please note: Office hours may adjust and shift with little notice, you are always welcome to email or call ahead.  In the event of inclement weather especially during the early part of the spring semester, we follow ICC campus closings that are broadcast on local channels. One resource for local cancellations in the Peoria area is here on the CIPROUD.com Closings List 

History of UIS Peoria

History Timeline of UIS Peoria

UIS Peoria began in 1975 as Sangamon State University – Upper Division – Peoria Campus. When Sangamon State University became the University of Illinois Springfield in 1995, SSU Peoria became the UIS Peoria Center then was rebranded to UIS Peoria in 2019.

The purpose of the programs offered at UIS Peoria has expanded from the two original B.A. programs in Management and Social Justice to additional professional programs all offered to allow students to continue their professional growth and skill improvement without interruption of their family obligations or employment. New programs such as Teachers Education (added in the 2021-2022 academic year) only expand our reach to serve more students in the Peoria area.