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Point of Pride
Our students complete their degrees on time. In fact, our graduation rate is in the top 10 percent of all colleges and universities in the U.S.
Make a Smooth Transition
We're the only university in Illinois with advisors specially trained to work with first-year students. That's one reason why over 81% of our freshmen return for sophomore year.
Our Faculty

Stuck on Gold
Professor Jeremy Driskell was awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation to study how proteins stick to nanoparticles of gold and their use in the medical field.
Faculty Quick Facts
- 19-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio
- 85% of classes are taught by professors rather than graduate assistants
- 97% of professors hold highest degree in their field
Our Academic Colleges

Redefining Honors
Our Honors Program focuses on enrichment over acceleration. Access unique learning experiences and scholarships, along with research and travel opportunities.
Global Learning
Combine a world language with your major and unlock study abroad opportunities.

Change The World
Civic engagement is a core value at Illinois State. We’re one of only 50 U.S. colleges to be named a Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement Leadership Institution.