The Graduate College would like to make students aware of 1-year and 18-month masters programs for students that might wish to extend their studies. The announcement is here:
https://grad.illinois.edu/admissions/1-year-18-month-programs
Additionally:
The MS in Health Technology program has just waived the GRE test for Fall 2020 due to COVID-19 testing challenges. Check out this unique program here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qs3dm4mRByw&feature=youtu.be