Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001692
- Phone: (312) 567-3000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
81.94%FINANCIAL AID RATE
86%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
16FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,307Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Illinois State University (IIT)
10 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL
Illinois State University (ISU) is comprehensive public university located in the twin-city community of Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. It is in central Illinois, roughly 135 miles southwest of Chicago, and 165 miles northeast of St. Louis.
One of 12 public universities in Illinois, the academic departments of Illinois State University offer more than 160 majors and minors at the undergraduate level, and more than 40 master's, doctoral and specialist programs. The faculty members are recognized as scholars and experts in their fields and have been recognized at national and international levels.
The university's Milner Library contains more than three million holdings and special collections. Illinois State University's College of Applied Science and Technology is home to the oldest collegiate circus in the United States - the Gamma Phi Circus.
History
The University was founded in 1857 as Illinois State Normal University, the first public institution of higher education in the state. It was established as a teacher education institution, but over the years developed into a comprehensive university with degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Academics
The academic calendar for Illinois State University follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters. There is also a May Interim session, which is shorter than the traditional semester.
Colleges and Schools
- College of Applied Science and Technology
- College of Arts and Sciences
- College of Business, Education
- College of Fine Arts
- Mennonite College of Nursing
- The Graduate School
Student Life
Students at Illinois State University are encouraged to become involved in campus experiences beyond the classroom. There are more than 300 student organizations available on campus, as well as student activities such as cheering on the Redbirds athletics teams, choosing to take an "Alternative Spring Break," or getting involved in student government.
Student resources include intramural athletics and campus recreation, student center events, career events, civic engagement projects, College of Fine Arts events, wellness programs, and more. Recent student events on the Illinois State University campus have included a resume critique walk-in, a shopping trip to the Woodfield Mall and IKEA, Music for the Holidays and A Night of One Acts.
Traditions
The traditional colors for Illinois State University are red, white and gold. The nickname for the school's athletic teams was originally the "Teachers," but in 1923 was changed to the "Redbirds" to complement the school colors. The school wanted to name their teams the "Cardinals," but wanted to avoid confusion with the St. Louis Cardinals professional baseball team.
There is a tradition at home games for student-athletes to touch the "Battle Bird," a sculpture of the "Redbird."
Athletics
The Illinois State "Redbirds" athletic teams compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track & Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Community Life
Illinois State University is very active in hosting and co-sponsoring civic and political events on and off campus. The Campus Communications Liaison is available to assist students and faculty with increasing opportunities for becoming engaged with the community.
Community Engaged Campus (CEC) is a relatively new initiative at Illinois State University to advance civic engagement as a core value on campus. In an effort to impact student education through a curriculum-based service learning and civic engagement program, the CEC program seeks to (1) facilitate an excellent working partnership between ISU's campus and the community and (2) ensure that Illinois State University students understand and are committed to engaging in meaningful actions as citizens in a democracy. The program works toward its goals by encouraging and supporting curricular activities that engage students in projects addressing human and community needs. The program is designed to help ISU faculty identify community agencies and organizations that have projects suitable for student involvement.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants IIT accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Illinois State University is around 21,000 students. The student body is made up of 88% undergraduate students and 18% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $19,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $11,000-$13,000
- Out-of-State: $18,000-$21,770
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $380-$460 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $770-$920 per credit unit
- Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 66% | $9,572 |
Receiving Student Loans | 61% | $7,729 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Illinois State University may provide services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Illinois State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Football (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Illinois State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (B, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Molecular Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Management Science (B)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Construction Management (B)
- International Business (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Insurance (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Public Relations (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
- Information Technology (B, M)
- Computer Networking (B)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology (B, M)
- Energy Management (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B, D, M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Environmental Health (B)
- Nursing Science (D)
- Family Practice Nurse
History
- History (B, M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
- School Psychology (C, D)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, M)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Economics (B, M)
- Geography (B)
- Anthropology (B, C, M)
- Archaeology (M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Music (B, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Illinois State University.
- University of Illinois at Springfield in Chicago, IL (64 miles away)
- Eastern Illinois University in Chicago, IL (84 miles away)
- Western Illinois University in Chicago, IL (88 miles away)
- Governors State University in Quincy, IL (94 miles away)
- Northern Illinois University in Lisle, IL (98 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main Illinois colleges & universities profile page
- Browse our list of public colleges in Illinois
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001692
- Phone: (312) 567-3000
- School Homepage