Program Overview

Introduction to the 2020 University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) 3+2/4+1 Program in Public Management

The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is a renowned public research university in the United States. As part of its international cooperation projects, UIC offers a 3+2/4+1 program in Public Management, which allows students to earn a bachelor's degree from their home university and a master's degree from UIC.

Program Details

• School Introduction: UIC is a public research university located in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of the three campuses of the University of Illinois system and is known for its academic excellence and research opportunities.
• Project Overview: The 3+2/4+1 program in Public Management is designed for undergraduate students who want to pursue a master's degree in Public Management at UIC. The program allows students to complete their undergraduate degree at their home university and then transfer to UIC to complete their master's degree.
• Cooperation Form and Content: Students who participate in the program will study at UIC for two years, completing 24 credits in the first year and 13 credits in the second year. After completing the program, students will be awarded a master's degree in Public Management from UIC.

Application Requirements

1. Professional and Year: The program is open to undergraduate students in their third or fourth year of study.
2. Academic Performance: Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, with no failing grades.
3. English Language Proficiency: Students must pass an English language proficiency test administered by UIC.

Fees and Expenses

• Tuition Fees: The tuition fee for the first year is $13,500, and the tuition fee for the second year is $24,000.
• Miscellaneous Fees: Students must also pay miscellaneous fees, including medical insurance, library fees, and computer center fees.
• Living Expenses: Students are responsible for their own living expenses, including accommodation, food, and transportation.

Application Procedure

1. Overall Process: The application process includes a preliminary review by the home university, a recommendation by the home university, an English language proficiency test administered by UIC, and a final review by UIC.
2. Formal Application: Students must submit a formal application to UIC, including a completed application form, transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
3. Application Fee: The application fee is $60 for undergraduate students and $70 for graduate students.
4. UIC English Language Proficiency Test: Students must pass an English language proficiency test administered by UIC.

Contact Information

• UIC Contact Person: Wu Yonghong, Professor and Director of the Public Management Program
• UIC International Cooperation Office: Wang Jianfeng, Director of the International Cooperation Office