A Closer Look at Undergraduate Admissions and Enrollment at Illinois

Recorded on August 25, 2026, this presentation with Sara MacKenzie, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, takes a closer look at the trends, opportunities and challenges shaping undergraduate admissions and enrollment at Illinois. During the presentation, MacKenzie reflects on her first two years at Illinois, shares insights from her leadership experience, and discusses how the university continues to navigate a rapidly evolving higher education landscape while remaining committed to academic excellence and student success. With more than 20 years of experience in admissions at large public universities, MacKenzie also offers perspective on the changing needs of students and families and the work being done to strengthen the admissions and enrollment experience at Illinois.