If anyone is curious how long it takes to get a CPA license in Illinois after passing the exams, here is how it went for me:
10/27/12 - Sat for last exam
11/04/12 - Completed ethics exam
11/21/12 - Results of last exam
12/05/12 - Received certification letter via email
[IBOE transmits to IDFPR on every 1st and 15th, wait at least 10 days after receiving certification]
12/27/12 - Mailed application to IDFPR
01/03/13 - Received certificate in the mail
03/15/13 - License number posted on IDFPR website
03/20/13 - Received License in mail. FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!