Consumer Guide

Student Information

Illinois State University has quickly become the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving motivated students who desire an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large public university. Approximately one-half of the students enrolled indicate Illinois State University was their first or second choice institution.

We are distinguished as the only public university in Illinois to be classified as a Doctoral/Research University by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. We provide baccalaureate programs in the biological, physical, social and applied sciences; humanities; technology; business; professional programs; teacher education; fine and performing arts; and are committed to providing graduate education in areas of programmatic strength and need at master's and doctoral levels.

Summarized below are selected characteristics supporting the academic experience at Illinois State University.

Selected Characteristics
Student to Faculty Ratio
Student Persistence and Graduation Rates
Degree Statistics
Students Living On Campus
Housing Costs (Fall 2006)