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Illinois State University

Normal, IL • public • I | Missouri Valley Conference
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Acceptance
89.0%
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Grad Rate
66%
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Cost
$28,499 / $40,147

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban (Midsize)
Student Population
Undergrad: 19,842 • Total: 22,892
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Normal, IL
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Website
illinoisstate.edu
Region
Great Lakes
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 8,775 (44.2%) • Female: 11,067 (55.8%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
89.0%
18,589 admitted from 20,884 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 510-620
Math: 500-610
Total: 1010-1230
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
22-27
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$55
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/1/2025
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
66.3%
4-Year Graduation Rate
51.3%
Freshman Retention Rate
81.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$28,499
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$40,147
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $11,215
Out-of-state: $22,863
Room & Board
$11,410
Books & Supplies
$5,874
Students Receiving Pell Grants
32%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball (FCS) Basketball (FCS) Football (FCS) Golf (FCS) Tennis (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FCS)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Illinois State University

What is Illinois State University's acceptance rate?
Illinois State University accepts 89% of applicants, from 20,884 applications.
How much does Illinois State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $11,215 in-state and $22,863 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Illinois State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 27 on the ACT.
What is Illinois State University's graduation rate?
66% of students graduate within six years.