University of Illinois at Chicago
University of Illinois at Chicago

1200 West Harrison Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA

International Direct - Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

International Direct:
International direct admission to University of Illinois at Chicago Global is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so students can excel in school—and prepare for a successful future.

As an international direct student at University of Illinois at Chicago Global, students will receive:
  • Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework
  • Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests
  • Guidance from academic advisors and mentors
  • Career development and networking opportunities
  • Intensive classes with domestic students
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering:
Computer Engineering is concerned with the application of electrical engineering and computer science principles to the design of computer systems and digital networks. Through creative utilization of tools and knowledge, a computer engineer designs digital systems that are being employed in virtually all fields of human endeavor.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering of University of Illinois at Chicago is fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The program offers course in computer languages, data structures and algorithms, software design and development, circuit analysis, signal processing, computer architecture, digital networks, microprocessor-based design, digital electronic circuits design, and computer operating systems design. Furthermore, in consultation with an advisor, each student can follow an individualized program by taking courses selected from a departmentally approved list of technical elective courses for computer engineering. 

The graduates from Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering will:
  • have knowledge of fundamental principles in computer engineering and fundamental scientific principles and tools to design and develop products and practical solutions for problems in public and private sectors
  • demonstrate an ability to function independently and in multidisciplinary teams with the communication skills and ethical conduct necessary for professional success
  • demonstrate an understanding of the need for life-long learning, acquiring new knowledge, and mastering emerging technologies and new tools and methods
  • have knowledge necessary to pursue graduate/ professional education and/or engineering practice.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

70%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

50

Writing

50

Listening

50

Speaking

50

Program Intakes

Open date

July 3, 2024

Submission deadline

April 15, 2025

Open date

July 3, 2025

Submission deadline

July 20, 2025

Open date

June 11, 2025

Submission deadline

December 11, 2025

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$20460 USD

Cost of Living

$0 USD

Application fee

$34892 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Health Insurance Fee: $2400 per year