For Counselors
Illinois State’s goal is to be accessible to high school and community college students throughout Illinois and across the nation. We greatly value both the guidance that you provide to these students and our relationship with you as their counselors. We will do everything we can to ensure students have the opportunity to learn about Illinois State University. As always, we will maintain close contact with you and provide information to you accordingly.
High School Counselors
Check this site regularly for up-to-date information and important resources that will help you counsel students as they are considering attending Illinois State as new beginning freshmen.
Community College Counselors
Check here to find up-to-date information and important resources that will allow transfer students to successfully transition to Illinois State.



Kimberly Gray is a senior Elementary Education major. Her teacher preparation has included observing classrooms in England as part of a study abroad program. She also worked with elementary and middle school kids in the Chicago suburbs. A former president of the college’s Student Education Association, Kim got the support she needed from faculty. “The professors have motivated me to keep going,” she said. “They support and encourage you, make you curious, and leave you wanting to learn more.”