University of Illinois Class of 2020 Forum
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University of Illinois Class of 2020
I'm 98% sure this is where I'll be this fall (but haven't deposited yet). Anyone else? Stealing the rest of this info from the 2018 thread:
Housing
Champaign
Many of the frats/sororities are between: Gregory - 1st Street - Wright - Green. Housing tends to be pricey in this region due to proximity to class and bars.
North of Green: Cheap, cheap, cheap. Lots of UG engineers and international students in this part of town. The places aren’t the nicest, but they are on bus routes and the closest to County Market (the most convenient campus grocery store). Don’t go any further north than University Ave.
West of 1st Street: Lot’s of grad students. Prices vary. Mostly old houses turned into apts
Urbana
North of Florida, East of Lincoln, West of Vine, and South of University (the “state streets”….Illinois, Pennsylvania, etc.) is often on the more expensive side, but it is a very quiet, nice area. In general, Urbana is thought of as the more liberal, bike friendly, farmer’s market part of town. And it is. Hardwood floors, radiator heat, plenty of trees.
North of University is still not good.
East of Vine can get sort of far away and sketchy at times.
South of Florida is much more non-student residential. I wouldn’t expect to find much here, but it’s generally a nice area so long as you stay west of Philo road.
Savoy
This is where The Village is, and I've been told a lot of law students live there. Driving distance or a long bus ride. Cheap, quiet, and far away from everything. While that might not sound like a ringing endorsement, there are really some nice places in Savoy for a reasonable price. If you don’t mind the commute, it is worth looking into.
Local restaurants and bars
Thai - Siam Terrace, Urbana
Indian - Bombay Grill, Champaign
Chinese - Golden Harbor, Champaign
Mexican - Mas Amigos, Urbana
BBQ - Black Dog, Urbana
Burgers/fries - Seven Saints, Champaign and Crane Alley, Urbana
Breakfast - Courier Cafe, Urbana
Italian - Mia Za’s, Champaign
Sushi - KoFusion, Champaign does $1 sushi on Sunday and Monday
Random:
Desthil - Champaign does good fusion/high end/comfort food
Radio Maria - Champaign for tapas
Bacaro - the only $$$$ place in town
Bars:
Bro bars, undergrads, cheap drinks:
Joe’s, Firehaus, Brothers
Hipster/low-key:
Murphy’s
Sports and/or casual:
Legend’s, Guido’s, Esquire, Quality, Crane Alley, The Blind Pig and The Blind Pig Brewery***
***Likely the most popular bars for 21-30 year olds
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Thanks for making this! Sent in my deposit yesterday.
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Thanks for making this! I just wanted to check in myself. I am about 90% sure I'll be attending!
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Checking in. I'm not entirely sure I'll be attending, but I'm visiting April 6th.
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Checking in. Heading to the ASD on the 31st
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I visited in February but can't make it to ASD, so please let me know how it goes/what you learn!DaOneandOnly wrote:Checking in. Heading to the ASD on the 31st
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I attended undergrad here, let me know if you've got any questions about the campus! Also considering coming here, excited for the 31st.
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Deposit sent, definitely attending. Registered for ASD.
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Yay!!lmkb2020 wrote:Deposit sent, definitely attending. Registered for ASD.
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More than likely will be sending in my deposit next week, barring a sudden development.
Looking forward to attending!
Looking forward to attending!
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Where's everyone looking for housing?
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I found a really nice building in Urbana that is letting me have both of my cats in the apartment.DaOneandOnly wrote:Where's everyone looking for housing?
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If you're driving: what's the parking and traffic situation supposed to be like?Pinkpanda24 wrote:I found a really nice building in Urbana that is letting me have both of my cats in the apartment.DaOneandOnly wrote:Where's everyone looking for housing?
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i'm looking in downtown champaign or downtown urbana! although i haven't found a decent place yet - but i'm pickyguybourdin wrote:If you're driving: what's the parking and traffic situation supposed to be like?Pinkpanda24 wrote:I found a really nice building in Urbana that is letting me have both of my cats in the apartment.DaOneandOnly wrote:Where's everyone looking for housing?
pinkpanda - mind PMing me what you found?
as for the driving situation - there's a lot across the street from the law school with a waiting list for students (and costs $660/year), but there are also metered spots. does anyone know if there are other student lots in the area that are within a realistic walking distance?
the bus system seems to be pretty comprehensive as well for such a small town.
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How does everyone feel about living in houses converted to private apartments?
I've never had this experience, and I have no idea what to expect, but there are some cute places with good deals on Craigslist. Just thought I'd see what the consensus was.
I've never had this experience, and I have no idea what to expect, but there are some cute places with good deals on Craigslist. Just thought I'd see what the consensus was.
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As long as the visit this weekend doesn't raise any major red flags, I'll be here in the fall!
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pls give a full report of ASW! i can't goshotgunheist wrote:As long as the visit this weekend doesn't raise any major red flags, I'll be here in the fall!
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I've heard that that's a really good option in U-C. I was thinking of doing the same, but most places didn't want to take two cats hahacarasrook wrote:How does everyone feel about living in houses converted to private apartments?
I've never had this experience, and I have no idea what to expect, but there are some cute places with good deals on Craigslist. Just thought I'd see what the consensus was.
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Awesome!! Let us know how it goesshotgunheist wrote:As long as the visit this weekend doesn't raise any major red flags, I'll be here in the fall!
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I'm going to ASD this Friday.
What are you all wearing? I'll probably go with a dress shirt and a pair of jeans.
What are you all wearing? I'll probably go with a dress shirt and a pair of jeans.
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Really enjoyed ASD, I'm pretty sure I'm going. Y'all go?
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I was at ASD as well. I wasn't really impressed at the campus but the faculties (especially the Career Service team) gave me a reason to consider UIUC very seriously. I could easily tell that the professors, faculty, and Dean Amar are top-notch.
But I dont know if it's just me but Downtown Champaign didn't seem all that vibrant. I stayed in Champaign from Thursday to Sunday morning and visited the downtown at least once each day, other than for the ASD night-out, Champaign Downtown looked like ghost-town (I stopped there for a drink on Saturday night from 9PM-Midnight and maybe saw like 5 people out in the street. Campustown was a little more alive but I heard it's mostly for undergrads anyway so I doubt I'll spend much time there anyway.
But I dont know if it's just me but Downtown Champaign didn't seem all that vibrant. I stayed in Champaign from Thursday to Sunday morning and visited the downtown at least once each day, other than for the ASD night-out, Champaign Downtown looked like ghost-town (I stopped there for a drink on Saturday night from 9PM-Midnight and maybe saw like 5 people out in the street. Campustown was a little more alive but I heard it's mostly for undergrads anyway so I doubt I'll spend much time there anyway.
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That's a bummer. Did you get any other general vibes from staying there for a weekend? Other impressions?CPAlawHopefu wrote:I was at ASD as well. I wasn't really impressed at the campus but the faculties (especially the Career Service team) gave me a reason to consider UIUC very seriously. I could easily tell that the professors, faculty, and Dean Amar are top-notch.
But I dont know if it's just me but Downtown Champaign didn't seem all that vibrant. I stayed in Champaign from Thursday to Sunday morning and visited the downtown at least once each day, other than for the ASD night-out, Champaign Downtown looked like ghost-town (I stopped there for a drink on Saturday night from 9PM-Midnight and maybe saw like 5 people out in the street. Campustown was a little more alive but I heard it's mostly for undergrads anyway so I doubt I'll spend much time there anyway.
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Attended the ASD and visited Chicago prior to which in tandem has led me to just about pull the trigger on UIUC. The atmosphere of UIUC and Downtown was pretty much what I was hoping for. Tried several of the restaurants and bars and enjoyed my experience. The downtown bar hop event was a nice touch, showing the stress-busting side of town.
I've been to several different law campuses and I like the compact, cozy vibe of the UIUC law building. The proximity and connections UIUC has to Chicago really tipped the scales for me, as I got several large scholarships from rank 20-40 schools but nearly all located where I don't want to end up in the long term.
Hope to see you guys in the fall!
PS: Where are people trying to live/going to live?
I've been to several different law campuses and I like the compact, cozy vibe of the UIUC law building. The proximity and connections UIUC has to Chicago really tipped the scales for me, as I got several large scholarships from rank 20-40 schools but nearly all located where I don't want to end up in the long term.
Hope to see you guys in the fall!
PS: Where are people trying to live/going to live?
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I got an apartment in Urbana about 2 miles from the law school.DaOneandOnly wrote:Attended the ASD and visited Chicago prior to which in tandem has led me to just about pull the trigger on UIUC. The atmosphere of UIUC and Downtown was pretty much what I was hoping for. Tried several of the restaurants and bars and enjoyed my experience. The downtown bar hop event was a nice touch, showing the stress-busting side of town.
I've been to several different law campuses and I like the compact, cozy vibe of the UIUC law building. The proximity and connections UIUC has to Chicago really tipped the scales for me, as I got several large scholarships from rank 20-40 schools but nearly all located where I don't want to end up in the long term.
Hope to see you guys in the fall!
PS: Where are people trying to live/going to live?
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