University of Illinois System

University Resources

Each university in the University of Illinois System offers support for mental health, basic needs, and financial wellness. Resources are color-coded by university for easy identification.

Urbana-Champaign Chicago Springfield
Need immediate help? Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), 211 (Community Resources), or 911 (Emergencies)
 

Free, confidential mental health support including therapy, crisis intervention, and wellness workshops.

Counseling Center

Urbana

Individual therapy, group counseling, crisis intervention, and stress management workshops.

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Counseling Center

Chicago

Professional counseling, psychiatric consultations, and crisis support. Individual, couples, and group therapy.

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Counseling Center

Springfield

Individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health education.

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Emergency food, financial assistance, and help connecting to resources.

Illinois CARE Center

Urbana

One-stop support for emergency food, housing assistance, and financial support.

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Food Assistance Program

Urbana

Emergency food, nutrition education, cooking classes, and SNAP application help.

Get Food

Pop-Up Pantry

Chicago

Free food distribution events throughout the semester. Just show your student ID.

Access Pantry

CARES Stars Pantry

Springfield

Groceries, personal care items, and household essentials.

Access Pantry

Search and apply for scholarships and financial assistance opportunities.

Scholarships

Urbana

Many opportunities available throughout the year.

Search

Scholarships

Chicago

Updated regularly with new scholarship awards.

Search

Scholarships

Springfield

Merit-based and need-based scholarship awards.

Search

Career counseling, job search support, resume help, internships, and employment opportunities.

Career Center

Urbana

Career advising, job search tools, resume reviews, mock interviews, and employer connections.

Get Career Help

Career Services

Chicago

Career exploration, internship search, networking events, and professional development resources.

Get Career Help

Career Development Center

Springfield

Career coaching, job postings, resume assistance, and connections to employers.

Get Career Help

On-campus and off-campus housing resources, meal plans, and support.

University Housing

Urbana

On-campus residence halls and apartments.

Explore

Off-Campus Living

Urbana

Housing search, tenant rights, and roommate matching.

Find Housing

Meal Plans

Urbana

Dining hall plans and Illini Cash options.

View Plans

Campus Housing

Chicago

UIC residence halls and apartments.

Explore

Commuter Resources

Chicago

Support for off-campus and commuter students.

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Meal Plans

Chicago

Flexible dining plans for on and off campus.

View Plans

Residence Life

Springfield

UIS on-campus housing and community programs.

Explore

Meal Plans

Springfield

Flexible dining options with various meal plan levels.

View Plans

Free legal advice and representation for students.

Student Legal Services

Urbana

Housing disputes, consumer problems, and more.

Get Legal Help

Student Legal Services

Chicago

Landlord-tenant issues, consumer rights, and more.

Get Legal Help

Health promotion, fitness programs, and overall wellness resources.

Wellness Center

Urbana

Health promotion, fitness, and stress management.

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Wellness Center

Chicago

Health education, fitness programs, and preventive care.

Access Resources

Health & Wellness

Springfield

Student health services and wellness programs.

Access Resources

Academic support, accessibility services, and resources for student success.

Dean of Students

Urbana

Advocacy, emergency assistance, and student support navigation.

Get Support

Dean of Students

Chicago

Student advocacy, crisis support, and resource connections.

Get Support

Student Affairs

Springfield

Student support, campus resources, and advocacy services.

Get Support

Disability Resources

Urbana

Academic accommodations, assistive technology, and accessibility support.

Get Accommodations

Disability Resource Center

Chicago

Accommodations, support services, and accessibility resources.

Get Accommodations

Accessibility Services

Springfield

Academic accommodations and disability support services.

Get Accommodations

Community & Government Programs

Local Help (211)

Call 211 or visit 211.org for food, housing, utilities, and more.

SNAP

Illinois SNAP helps with groceries. Many students qualify.

WIC

WIC for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.

LIHEAP

LIHEAP helps with heating and energy bills.