Your future in business starts in a UIC Business program.

You want a bright future in business, finance, real estate or marketing. To step into your career well-equipped with the skills and experience to stand out to employers or excel in your own business venture. To get there, you need a top undergraduate business program where you can build a strong community, make valuable industry connections and gain real-world experience.

Find these opportunities and more at UIC Business. With our AACSB accredited program, industry experts as your professors, access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, and a vibrant campus right next to Chicago’s booming business district, your future in business starts here.

Explore Undergraduate Business Degrees

  • # 1 Best Undergraduate Business Program in Chicago — U.S. News & World Report

  • Top 15 % Best Undergraduate Business Programs in the Nation — U.S. News & World Report

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From scholarship opportunities to mentorship, you’ll experience unparalleled support throughout your undergraduate business program.

Explore some of the nation’s best undergraduate business programs.

Cohort learning models, faculty mentorship and access to Chicago’s thriving business community are just some of the features that place our undergraduate business programs among the best. Find the program below that works best for you or learn more about all business degree programs at UIC Business.

Built-in support and connections with a cohort model.

From day one, you’ll learn alongside a cohort of 60-70 other business majors. This approach provides a built-in support system to ensure your success, regardless of the UIC Business program you choose. Within your cohort, you’ll build relationships with peers, advisors, career coaches and faculty, all of whom are committed to your personal and professional growth.

Academic excellence and real-world experience.

In UIC’s business degree programs, you’ll learn both in and outside of the classroom. Through a combination of case study projects, hands-on coursework and guest lecturer events, you’ll build the academic foundation you need to excel in business. You’ll supplement your knowledge with company visits and internship opportunities at Fortune 500s and start-ups alike, gaining first-hand exposure to diverse industries and business practices.

UIC Business Undergraduate Program Alumni Spotlight

As a shining example of dedication and leadership, Bea Frondoso graduated with impressive accomplishments. Bea has excelled as the Cohort Captain throughout her academic journey, exhibiting exceptional organizational skills and fostering a supportive community within her cohorts.

With a double major in IDS and Marketing, Bea has demonstrated a keen understanding of interdisciplinary concepts and their practical applications. Notably recognized as a Business Scholar, Bea has consistently showcased academic excellence and a passion for learning. Her commitment to professional growth is evident through her internship at Rio Tinto, where she excelled and secured a full-time offer, a testament to her exemplary performance and dedication. Additionally, her role at the Business Career Center, where she contributed significantly to data analysis, highlights her proficiency in leveraging analytical tools to drive informed decision-making.

Bea Frondoso  |  BS in IDS and Marketing, '24

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