UIC Student Resources
Please consider navigating our resource page to take advantage of some free resources available to you as a student. You can also check out this page for more information.
Wellness Support
center
counseling
pantry
If you are having food insecurities, please take advantage of the UIC Pop Up Pantry that helps hundreds of students each year. Student can stop at the Wellness Center to sign up or ask any questions about the pantry.
exercise
The Rec Center has different facilities available for students and free fitness classes. There are several activities for students to take advantage if you are interested in yoga, swimming, boxing, and much more.
Find the Sport & Fitness Center on the West Campus!
covid
- Updated Fall 2024 Guidance
- UIC Classroom Public Health Guidance for Students
- General Isolation and Exposure Guidelines
- UIC Today Coronavirus Overview
- UIC Reporting Tool – for receiving guidance regarding exposures, symptoms, and positive tests.
Financial Support
Fund
The U and I Care Fund provides a one time award to registered students who need help covering essential expenses because of a short-term or unexpected hardship.
financial aid
UIC Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (SFAS) assists UIC students and families who need help applying for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SFAS is available to support students through each financial aid step.
Technology Assistance
tech
Information Technology is composed of IT professionals from different units and colleges at the university. You are able to request equipment lending, learn how to activate UIC email, help resetting your password, and much more.
online learning
Please visit the Online Learning page for resources to help you access the various online platforms used in hybrid or virtual courses.
Career Resources
career development
LAS Career Development & Internships office hosts several events throughout the semester to help students grow their career skills (professional development, coffee chats, Instagram live events, career & major exploration, etc.). You can schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor for further application guidance.
career services
UIC Career Services helps students explore resources such as job boards, major exploration, and professional events. You can schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor who can help with resumes, CV, and cover letter.
diversity
UIC Career Services Office supports current enrolled students and alumni in their career journeys by providing services that advocate diversity, equity, and inclusion. You can find general diversity resources on their webpage such as professional organizations and online resources.
research
Visit the UIC Office of External Fellowships and Undergraduate Research for a variety of opportunities (local/national/international programs, research funding, etc).
Additional Resources on Campus
basic needs
UIC Basic Needs Insecurity provides resources for students who are experiencing housing/rent insecurity, food insecurity, and are otherwise struggling.
Resources listed include UIC’s HOUSE liaison, Basic Needs navigator, and other resources for food, nutrition, housing, emergency support, employment, clothing and personal care, mental health, legal assistance, and more.
daca
The Rigo Padilla Pérez Undocumented Student Resource Center supports undocumented students who need help navigating how to pay for school, finding legal support, and academic counseling.
disability
The Disability Resource Center provides support and accommodations for students. You are able to schedule an appointment where you can discuss your academic needs and create a plan to help with your courses.
cultural centers
UIC’s Centers for Cultural Understanding and Social Change include:
- Arab American Cultural Center
- Asian American Resource and Cultural Center
- Black Cultural Center
- Disability Cultural Center
- Gender and Sexuality Center
- Latino Cultural Center
- Women’s Leadership and Resource Center
first at LAS
First at LAS provides programming & initiatives for first-generation college students.
offices
The Office for Access and Equity provides support and resources to respond to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation, in addition to support for ADA accommodations, religious accommodations, pregnancy and parenting, and resolving conflicts and grievances.
The Office of the Dean of Students provides assistance with various student concerns (academic, health, legal, community standards) and personal hardship.
academic support
Check out our page Academic Support Across Campus to find information about tutoring and other academic support programs and centers.
Safety Resources
safe app
UIC’s SAFE App is a free tool for students, faculty, and staff to promote safety on campus. It includes a panic button to directly call UIC Police, sending them a pin of your location; ways to share your location with friends or the police; a Work Alone feature; and safe commute options.
night ride
UIC Night Ride provides on-demand safe transportation around campus overnight. It operates 365 days a year from 10 pm to 7 am.
OPR
The Office of Preparedness and Response has:
- Guidelines for natural disasters, threats, evacuations, medical emergencies, etc.
- Tools and training for violence prevention, emergency management, and hazard mitigation
- A safety toolkit that includes information about the SAFE App, educational videos, and safety tools and tips
- Reporting tools
emergency
UIC Emergency Communications provide alerts for emergencies on and around campus and the website houses many safety tools.
Other campus safety resources can be found here.