University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is a public land-grant research university established in 1867. It is the founding campus and flagship institution of the University of Illinois System. With over 59,000 students, UIUC is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and over 100 graduate programs across 15 colleges and instructional units. UIUC is renowned for its research contributions, particularly in fields such as engineering, computer science, and agriculture . 

UIUC is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the United States. It is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and has received numerous accolades for its academic excellence and research output. The university's mission is to enhance the lives of citizens in Illinois, across the nation, and around the world through leadership in learning, discovery, engagement, and economic development .​ 

Notable achievements include the development of the first graphical web browser, Mosaic, and contributions to the creation of PayPal and YouTube. UIUC's research park hosts over 120 companies and more than 70 startups, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship .​