Normal, IL

Illinois State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Illinois State University is a four-year, public school located in Normal, IL.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Illinois State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

88% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 21,573 applied, 19,017 accepted, and 4,285 enrolled in Illinois State.
1,693 men and 2,592 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,100 SAT, 24 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,100 and ACT score is 24. The SAT score of 1100 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total99011001210
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing500560620
Math490540590
ACT Score
Composite212427
Math192326
English212327
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $14,410 for Illinois residents and $26,058 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $10,218 for Illinois residents and $13,062 for others.
Tuition has increased by 10.98% compared to last year at Illinois State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

14,550 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,166.
For freshmen, 3,885 students (98%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $11,590.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 21,546 students enrolled Illinois State in 2025.
By gender, 8,998 men and 12,548 women students are enrolled.
There are 19,107 undergraduate and 2,439 graduate students.
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172 Major Programs

  • 24 programs through online
  • 55 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Illinois State is 65%.
The retention rate is 81% for full-time and 81% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
81%
Students to Faculty Ratio
19 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,240 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Illinois State and the average faculty salary is $85,250. The studetns to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.
There are 3,570 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $68,169.
Number of Faculties
1,240
Average Faculty Salary
$85,250
Number of Staffs
3,570
Average Staff Salary
$68,169

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Illinois State University is a member of Missouri Valley Conference (MVC).
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