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Our Availible Programs
We at Programs for International Partnerships (PIP) are excited that you're interested in coming to UIC! Below you will find information about all the programs that we offer, and their minimum application requirements.
PIP works hand-in-hand with the UIC academic departments to support international students achieve their dreams of obtaining an American postgraduate degree. We have arrangements with the different departments to streamline the application process.
PIP Programs - A Breakdown
| PIP Postgraduate Programs | Program Length All programs, unless otherwise stated, also offer Spring Semester start | Minimum Credit Hours | Minimum GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Administration | 4 semesters | 53 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of Science in Civic Analytics | 4 semesters | 53 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of Public Policy | 4 semesters | 53 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of City Design | 3 semesters, no spring start | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Chemical Engineering (ChE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (IE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Civil Engineering (CE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Materials Engineering (MatE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (BME) | 3 semesters, no spring start | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Bioinformatics | 3 semesters, no spring start | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Education in Instructional Leadership: Concentration in Educational Studies | 2 semesters | 32 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of Education in Instructional Leadership: Concentration in Policy Studies | 2 semesters | 32 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Statistics | 3 semesters | 32 credit hours | 3.00 |
Program Details
Program Description
UIC Engineering’s mission is access to excellence and success. PIP helps support this mission to recruit top international students by offering these postgraduate programs at a discounted tuition rate. Having PIP staff by your side throughout your postgraduate journey gives you one more piece of support to ensure you are successful in achieving your graduation goals.
Please see application requirements helpfully outlined below. The basics are presented in the table, with more specifics expanded upon underneath.
By the Numbers
| PIP Postgraduate Programs | Program Length | Minimum Credit Hours | Minimum GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Bioinformatics | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (BME) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Chemical Engineering (ChE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Civil Engineering (CE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (IE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Materials Engineering (MatE) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
| Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (ME) | 3 semesters | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
Testing
English Profiency Testing Requirements
Minimum English Testing Requirements
iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80, with subscores of: Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21
IELTS Academic minimum overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in each of the four subscores
PTE-Academic of 54, with subscores of: Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
Please note, all scores must be sent by official testing center
UIC English Language Proficency Assessment will provide a letter of sufficient English if the examination is a pass
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Program Information Sheets
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Master of Science in Chemical Engineering
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Materials Engineering
Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (no spring start)
Master of Science in Bioinformatics (no spring start)
CUPPA
With a goal to make the the places people live better for all people, UIC CUPPA looks at the history, theory, and practice of why we live where we do and what we need in the places we live to further that goal. With the city of Chicago as your study ground, all things are possible.
By the Numbers
| PIP Postgraduate Programs | Program Length | Minimum Credit Hours | Minimum GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Administration (MPA) | 4 semesters | 53 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of Science in Civic Analytics (MSCA) | 4 semesters | 53 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of Public Policy (MPP) | 4 semesters | 53 credit hours | 2.75 |
English Profiency Testing Requirements
Minimum English Testing Requirements
iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80, with subscores of: Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21
IELTS Academic minimum overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in each of the four subscores
PTE-Academic of 54, with subscores of: Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
Please note, all scores must be sent by official testing center
UIC English Language Proficency Assessment will provide a letter of sufficient English if the examination is a pass
About
The Master of City Design (MCD) is a 10-month intensive graduate degree focusing on the built environment and addressing pressing racial, spatial, and climatic inequality issues. Hands-on field-based studio learning provides immersive exposure to integrated, interdisciplinary design approaches and professional practice in urban places across Chicago.
By The Numbers
| PIP Postgraduate Program | Program Length | Minimum Credit Hours | Minimum GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of City Design | 3 semesters, no spring start | 36 credit hours | 3.00 |
Program Information Sheet
Master of City Design (no spring start)
Portfolio Requirements
Applicants must submit a portfolio comprising their most important and representative visual arts, design, research, and/or professional work such as an essay, academic paper or policy report, newspaper article, photographs, handmade sketches, computer generated graphics, design proposal, or project of which they are the sole author or designer. This material may be of an academic, professional, or personal nature, and must be submitted in a PDF format and include a description of the project as well as supporting documentation, which may include images or a video. Applicants must submit a resume as well.
English Profiency Testing Requirements
Minimum English Testing Requirements
iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80, with subscores of: Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21
IELTS Academic minimum overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in each of the four subscores
PTE-Academic of 54, with subscores of: Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
Please note, all scores must be sent by official testing center
UIC English Language Proficency Assessment will provide a letter of sufficient English if the examination is a pass
Education
The Master of Education (MEd) program in Instructional Leadership offers you the option to choose from one of two areas of concentration: Educational Studies or Policy Studies.
By the Numbers
| PIP Postgraduate Programs | Program Length | Minimum Credit Hours | Minimum GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Education in Instructional Leadership: Concentration in Educational Studies | 2 semesters | 32 credit hours | 2.75 |
| Master of Education in Instructional Leadership: Concentration in Policy Studies | 2 semesters | 32 credit hours | 3.00 |
English Profiency Testing Requirements
Minimum English Testing Requirements
iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80, with subscores of: Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21
IELTS Academic minimum overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in each of the four subscores
PTE-Academic of 54, with subscores of: Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
Please note, all scores must be sent by official testing center
UIC English Language Proficency Assessment will provide a letter of sufficient English if the examination is a pass
Stats
This program will help you develop in-depth understanding of the functional theory in statistics with an emphasis on data science, with hands-on experience through applied research.
By the Numbers
| PIP Postgraduate Program | Program Length | Minimum Credit Hours | Minimum GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Statistics | 3 semesters | 32 credit hours | 3.00 |
Program Information Sheet
English Profiency Testing Requirements
Minimum English Testing Requirements
iBT Internet-based TOEFL of 80, with subscores of: Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21
IELTS Academic minimum overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in each of the four subscores
PTE-Academic of 54, with subscores of: Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
Please note, all scores must be sent by official testing center
UIC English Language Proficency Assessment will provide a letter of sufficient English if the examination is a pass
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