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Illinois Consulting Academy (ICA)

Develop your skills. Expand your community.

Illinois Consulting Academy (ICA) is a diverse student consulting community focused on developing whole students that think critically, build authentic relationships, and lead courageously to solve the world's toughest problems.

Note: The next application window for ICA will open in August 2026.

Member Benefits

Bootcamps

ICA offers an intensive bootcamp for sophomores and juniors during the Spring semester. The bootcamps provide valuable training and leadership opportunities for students in consulting.

Case Repository

Through an extensive case repository, ICA and BADM 359 provide unique, challenging cases specifically designed to develop casing skills and prepare members for consulting recruitment.

Corporate Sponsors

ICA offers its corporate sponsors ICA-exclusive presentation and networking opportunities with top Illinois consulting talent. The sponsors participate in both BADM 359 and ICA.

Alumni Network

The ICA alumni network spans across every top consulting firm. Through multiple events and engagement opportunities throughout the year, alumni and current students build their professional network.

Career Outcomes

Illinois Consulting Academy equips students with the tools to succeed in the consulting recruitment process and throughout their careers. Students involved in ICA have experienced strong career outcomes.

100%Upperclassmen employment rate 82%upperclassmen consulting employment rate 82%Sophomre internship rate

Corporate Sponsors

Learn more about our committed and involved corporate sponsors.

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Gies College of Business Current Students at Gies Business
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Phone: 217-300-7327