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89%
Open Admissions
67%
Graduation
About Illinois State University
Illinois State University is a public four-year institution located in Normal, Illinois. With an enrollment of approximately 18,414 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 89%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 67%. Graduates earn a median salary of $62,117 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $18,996 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
89%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
67%
Enrollment
18,414
Total students
Median Earnings
$62,117
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$16,021
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,086
Per year
Average Net Price
$18,996
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1000–1230
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
22 – 27
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1000
Median
1100
75th
1230
4001600
SAT Math
25th
500
Median
540
75th
610
200800
ACT Composite
25th
22
Median
24
75th
27
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$28,086/yr
In-State Tuition$16,021/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$18,996/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$75,984
10-Year Earnings
$621,170
ROI Multiple
8.2×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Illinois State University
Student Outcomes
67%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$62k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
18,414
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
