Registration
Introduction
Beginning April 1, the University of Illinois Chicago opens its annual registration period for student organizations. The University's registration process is managed by the Center for Student Involvement (CSI).
The registration period for the 2026–2027 academic year begins on April 1 and ends on May 31.
Organizations that miss the spring registration period will have another opportunity to register during our annual Late Registration period, which takes place each year from October through November. Organizations that complete the registration process and receive approval during the Late Registration period will become active for the following spring semester.
University Registration is a Two-Step Process
Step 1: Complete the Intake Form
Step 2: Submit a Registration Profile
Late Registration Deadlines
- Intake Form opens: October 19
- Intake Form closes: October 26 at 5:00 p.m.
- Registration Profile closes: November 6 at 11:59 p.m.
Please note that the University's registration process is separate from and does not replace or satisfy any college, department, or unit affiliation process that may be required for funding, support, or access to additional resources.
Academic Year 2026-2027
Registered Student Organization
Definition
A minimum of 3 currently enrolled UIC students
A currently full-time employed faculty or staff member
A currently approved constitution**
A mission that is INDEPENDENT of the University
Registration Yearly Calenders
2026-2027 Academic Year
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Spring Registration (Groups registered during this period will be active from August 22, 2026-May 17, 2027) | |
| April 1, 2026 | Intake Form and Registration Opens |
| May 18, 2026 5:00pm | Intake Form Closes |
| May 31, 2026 11:59pm | Registration Profile Process Closes |
| Late Registration Fall 2026 (Groups registered during this period will be active from January 11, 2027-May 17, 2027) | |
| October 19, 2026 | Intake Form and Registration Opens |
| October 26, 2026 5:00pm | Intake Form Closes |
| November 6, 2026 11:59pm | Registration Profile Process Closes |
Opens October 19 To Start the Process Go Here
Amnesty 2026
Details- download this letter
Amnesty 2026 Start the Process - Aug 11
Key Information
A support page has been developed with best practices for completing university registration. Please visit this page prior to starting the registration profile submission.
A constitution that includes required -Non-Discrimination Clause, Financial Practices statement and noted frame for elections, leadership, conduct, and a header or footer noting the document has been reviewed and approved for the 2026-2027 academic year.
A letter of affiliation – FROM the parent organization, with signature, pdf format, noting the group is allowed to function, operate and use the name of the group for the upcoming year.
Departmental Initiatives
- Definition
A group of currently enrolled UIC students
A departmentally/college assigned advisor
A mission that is linked/dependent of the sponsoring department/college or of the University
To Start the Process Go Here
Key Information
Departmental Initiatives can register throughout the year.
HOWEVER- the financial infrastructure has limitations
To better understand OTHER policies and guidelines please visit HERE
Registration is a 2 Step Process
Step 1: Complete the Intake Form
Step 2: Submit a Registration Profile
In Spring 2026 the Intake Form CLOSES Monday, May 18, 5pm
Questions
For questions regarding these questions please email orgsupport@uic.edu.