Known for business
Illinois State University is a public institution in Normal with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1127, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 18.4K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
66% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,117 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,996.
Established
1857
Motto
Gladly We Learn and Teach
Mascot
Reggie Redbird
Type
Public research university
Conference
ACHA Divisions 1
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89%Acceptance
1127SAT Avg
18,414Students
19:1Student:Faculty
66%Grad Rate
$62,117Earnings 10yr
$18,996Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate89.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1127
Reading & WritingMid: 560
510620
MathMid: 540
500610
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 24
2227
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$16,021
Tuition (out-of-state)$28,086
Room & Board$11,584
Books & Supplies$830
Total Cost of Attendance$32,458
Average Net Price$18,996
Median Debt at Graduation$20,482
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,075
$30–48K$11,994
$48–75K$16,424
$75–110K$23,818
$110K+$26,853
Programs (138)
Student Body
Undergrads
18,414
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%
Race & Ethnicity
White 66%
Black 12%
Hispanic 14%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate66.3%
Freshman Retention81.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$50,599
8 Years$57,276
10 Years$62,117
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,000
Men
$58,700
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Source: Wikipedia