C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100
Quick Stats
20,989
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
89%
Acceptance Rate
$20,871
Avg Net Price
🏆 Where Illinois State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,000 | $20,358 |
| Room | $5,970 | |
| Board | $5,056 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $34,309 | $46,374 |
Financial Aid
98%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
47%
Take Out Loans
$20,871
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $11,075 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $11,994 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,424 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $23,818 |
| $110,001+ | $26,853 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Elementary Education and Teaching
320 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
261 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
253 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
229 grads/yr
Special Education and Teaching, General
225 grads/yr
Psychology, General
192 grads/yr
Computer Science
187 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
171 grads/yr
Accounting
166 grads/yr
Finance, General
166 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
145 grads/yr
Management Science
133 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
132 grads/yr
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
127 grads/yr
History, General
122 grads/yr
Agriculture, General
114 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
114 grads/yr
Dietetics/Dietitian
114 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
114 grads/yr
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
113 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Illinois State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr
74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr
1,422,700 jobs
Marketing managers
$161k/yr
407,000 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Advertising and promotions managers
$127k/yr
27,000 jobs
Fundraising managers
$123k/yr
45,700 jobs
Business teachers, postsecondary
$97k/yr
103,100 jobs
Market research analysts and marketing specialists
$77k/yr
941,700 jobs
Student Demographics
20,989
Total Students
58%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
65%
Hispanic
13%
Black
11%
Asian
3%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
4%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
100%
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
61%
Hybrid (Some Online)
34%
Fully Online
6%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
95%
25-64 (Adult)
4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Illinois State University?
Illinois State University has an acceptance rate of 89%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Illinois State University?
Tuition at Illinois State University is
$11,000 for in-state students
and $20,358 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $20,871.
What is the graduation rate at Illinois State University?
The graduation rate at Illinois State University is 66%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Illinois State University a good school?
Illinois State University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Illinois State University?
Illinois State University has a total enrollment of 20,989 students.
Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology