Illinois State University
Normal, ILNorth and School Streets, Normal, IL 61790-1000
309-438-2111
Founded in 1857, Illinois State University is the oldest public university in Illinois and is a research-intensive, land-grant institution with a world-class faculty. The University is also a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Illinois State is located in the twin-city community of Normal, Illinois, just an hour from Chicago.
The University offers more than 160 undergraduate programs and over 100 graduate programs in a wide range of disciplines. Illinois State is home to six colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Human Services, and Mennonite College of Nursing.
Illinois State University is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and public service. The University’s faculty are world-renowned scholars who are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students. Illinois State’s research enterprise is among the best in the nation, with cutting-edge research in a wide range of disciplines. The University is also a leader in public service, with a strong commitment to engagement and service learning.
Illinois State University is a comprehensive university with a global outlook and a personal touch. The University provides an outstanding education to its more than 20,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Illinois State is a place where students can achieve their dreams and prepare for a successful future.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 20720
Acceptance Rate: 81.31%
Type: Public, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://illinoisstate.edu/
Financial Aid: https://financialaid.illinoisstate.edu/
Annual Costs
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $29549
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $38712
Return on Investment Rating
The estimated cost for four years as an undergraduate at Illinois State University is $114800.07. This includes the average cost of attendance for four years plus the interest on the average loan over a ten year repayment minus the average of grants and scholarships per student.
We then contrast this figure with average early-career and mid-career average incomes of graduates of four year programs at Illinois State University. For graduates of Illinois State University, we saw an average early-career income of $55000.00 and mid-career income of $101400.00. We then ranked the school's value based on how many years of mid-career income it takes to repay the educational costs.