Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
89.01%
SAT Average
1,127
ACT Range
22-27
Illinois State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 89.01%. This means approximately 890 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 18,414 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
89.01%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $16,021 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,086 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,458 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,996 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.05% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 45.36% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Illinois State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$28,086
Room and board
$11,584
Books and supplies
$830
Other expenses
$5,874
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,458
Average net price
$18,996
Average aid coverage
41%
$13,462 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Illinois State University pays approximately $18,996 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Illinois State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Illinois State University net price
$18,996
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Illinois State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $28,086 and average net price at $18,996. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$28,086
Current net price
$18,996
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
66.32%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$62,117
Undergraduates
18,414
10-Year Median Earnings - Illinois State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Illinois State University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Illinois State University?
Undergraduates
18,414
Completion rate
66.32%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.05%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
45.36%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.05% of Illinois State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 45.36% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Illinois State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Illinois State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Illinois State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Illinois State University is listed at North and School Streets, Normal, IL 61790-1000. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Illinois State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University | 89.01% | $28,086 | $18,996 | $62,117 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in Normal
This local cluster focuses on nearby Normal schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Normal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illinois State University's acceptance rate?
Illinois State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 89.01%.
How much is Illinois State University tuition?
Illinois State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $28,086.
What is Illinois State University's average net price?
Illinois State University's average net price in the local dataset is $18,996.
What is Illinois State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $62,117 for Illinois State University.
Is Illinois State University accredited?
Illinois State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Illinois State University?
The local dataset lists 18,414 undergraduate students at Illinois State University.
What percentage of Illinois State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Illinois State University in the local dataset is 30.05%.
What is the federal loan rate at Illinois State University?
The federal loan rate for Illinois State University in the local dataset is 45.36%.
Where should I verify Illinois State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Illinois State University or the latest official federal education data.