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Illinois State University

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world rank  525

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Overview

Founded in 1857, the Illinois State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Normal (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Illinois State University (ISU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Illinois State University (ISU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 168-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. ISU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Illinois State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Illinois State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Illinois State University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Illinois State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym ISU
Founded 1857
Motto Gladly we Learn and Teach
Colours Red and white
Mascot Reggie Redbird
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University Location

Address North and School Streets
Normal
61790-1000 Illinois
United States
Illinois State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Illinois State University Phone Number (309) 438 2111
Illinois State University Fax Number (309) 438 2768
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Illinois State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Illinois State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Illinois State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Illinois State University.



Illinois State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Illinois State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Illinois State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Illinois State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Illinois State University's Admission Office Admission Office

Campus Box 2200
Normal 61790-2200
(309) 4382181
800 366 2478

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Illinois State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Illinois State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Illinois State University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Illinois State University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Illinois State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Illinois State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Illinois State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Illinois State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Illinois State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Illinois State University's Library
Illinois State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 2,010,487 physical volumes, 86,652 physical media, 96,874 digital/electronic media and 297 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 78 full-time employees, including 34 librarians. Illinois State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Illinois State University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Illinois State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 5,560 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Illinois State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Illinois State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Illinois State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Illinois State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Illinois State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Illinois State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Illinois State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Illinois State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Illinois State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Illinois State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation, Council on Accreditation
  • American Council for Construction Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association of Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Interior Design Accreditation
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Illinois State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Illinois State University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Illinois State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Illinois State University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

Illinois State University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Illinois State University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Illinois State University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Illinois State University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

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