Fall has a way of feeling like a fresh start—even if you’re not heading back to class.
Join the University of Illinois Alumni Association as an Annual or Life Member, or give the gift of membership to a fellow Illini, and receive our August membership package featuring an Illinois Alumni padfolio and Alumni-branded power bank.
Whether you’re heading into meetings, traveling, organizing a busy schedule, or simply staying connected on the go, this package is designed to keep your Illini pride organized and powered up.
Your membership also unlocks exclusive alumni benefits, including member events, career resources, partner discounts, Illini experiences, and lifelong connection to the University of Illinois community.
Choose the membership that fits best:
Annual Membership keeps you connected year after year.
Life Membership makes your Illini connection permanent—no renewals, no expiration date.
Gift Membership is a meaningful way to welcome another Illini into the alumni family.
Start the season strong, stay connected, and carry Illinois with you wherever life takes you.
* Annual Membership: $150
* Life Membership: $1,500
**Shipping to Domestic US Addresses ONLY! We are unable to ship to PO Boxes
Click the button below to explore all available membership options. Choose the membership that’s right for you, or select a gift membership if you’re purchasing for someone else.
Membership Overview
UIAA members can receive a special discount on career coaching services with Illinois alum Julie Bartimus. With over 20 years of experience guiding alumni through various career stages, Julie is equipped to help you with everything from polishing your resume and LinkedIn profile to creating a personal branding strategy or launching your next career search.
Discount Details:
•Rate: $75 per 1-hour session (regular rate $125, discount of $50)
Illinois is here to support you every step of the way!
Members receive 15% off the Best Available Rate at the beautifully restored Hotel Royer in Urbana! Just minutes from campus, Hotel Royer blends historic charm with modern comfort and features on-site dining at Lloyd’s Drinking Parlor and The Writers Room. To book your member rate, visit Hotel Royer’s website and enter the exclusive promo code provided in your UIAA membership communications. Proof of membership is required at check-in.
On a quarterly basis, alumni members will receive the Illinois Alumni, the award-winning print magazine detailing the accomplishments of the Illini family.
Active&Fit Now gives UIAA members access to over 8,600 gyms nationwide, plus exclusive savings of 20–70% on premium fitness studios. Members can enjoy flexible, contract-free memberships, personalized wellness coaching, and access to 14,000+ on-demand workouts—all designed to support a healthy, active lifestyle wherever they are.
Fighting Illini Football Tickets
UIAA Alumni Association members will enjoy a discount on Illinois’ Homecoming football game tickets each year. Each year, the UIAA will distribute a special promo code good for a discount on homecoming tickets.
UIAA members receive exclusive savings at Atkins Golf Club at the University of Illinois, located at 2560 Stone Creek Blvd., Urbana, IL.
Members receive:
$10 off 18 holes
$5 off 9 holes
Discounts are available Monday–Thursday before 3 p.m. and are valid for the UIAA member’s golf only.
Restrictions may apply. This discount cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Blackout periods may apply, including select football weekends with Thursday or Friday night games.has context menu
Experience the nation’s premier University performing arts center, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, and enjoy exclusive discounts on 4-6 shows per year!
Members also enjoy 15% off at Intermezzo Cafe and the Stage 5 bar.
Annually, members will be treated to a virtual tour by the director/curators of the Krannert Art Museum which features a rich collection of fine arts from across the globe and vibrant exhibitions.
Save up to 60% on theme parks, hotels, concerts, movie tickets, and more!
TicketsatWork provides University of Illinois Alumni Association members with a unique opportunity to access exclusive offers to the world’s greatest entertainment and travel brands, including Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Orlando Resort™, Cirque du Soleil® and SeaWorld® Parks and Entertainment, and many other worldwide offers and attractions are available all with special pricing not available to the public.
UIAA members receive a discount on lodging at Allerton Park & Retreat Center.
Members receive a 15% off rate at the Illini Union Hotel! Whatever brings you back to the university, we’re happy to host! To book this member rate, just call the hotel front desk at 217-333-1241 and provide your UIAA membership number. Guests must provide proof of membership upon arrival in order to receive this discount.
Rate is not available for special event dates (Commencement, Homecoming, Mom’s Weekend, Dad’s Weekend, football weekends, etc.).
Whether your wear your Illini pride, or bring it with you to the office, make sure the orange and blue is always within reach! Alumni members receive a 10% discount at the Illini Union Bookstore on all branded merchandise.
OLLI at Illinois is a lifelong learning community designed for adults fifty or older who want to remain intellectually active and engaged. Throughout the year, OLLI offers courses taught by current and retired university faculty and area experts, member-led study groups and interest groups, and a wide range of lectures. UIAA membership includes 10% discount on OLLI membership. https://olli.illinois.edu/
Just because you graduated, doesn’t mean you stopped learning. As an alum, you have exclusive access to a range of webinars and online events.
Support the Chancellor’s Fund
When you join the University of Illinois Alumni Association as a member, part of your membership includes a charitable gift to the University of Illinois. Our alumni are making a difference across campus and around the world by supporting students and the groundbreaking research completed at the University. The charitable portion of your membership will go towards sustaining and promoting the Chancellor’s Fund.
The Chancellor's Fund
Your gift to the Chancellor’s Fund will provide University leadership flexible funding that can easily be directed to where resources are needed most. Examples where these funds may have a critical impact include:
• Faculty and student costs related to remote learning.
• Student fees forgiveness.
• Emergency Scholarship Funds.
• Counseling Services.
• Other unforeseen challenges.
