Incoming Freshmen

Whether you want to build a better solar car, manage a multi-million dollar portfolio, or shape young minds in the classroom, your professional dreams hinge on getting the best college education possible.

And that's just what you'll get at Illinois State where more than 188 fields of study can spark your curiosity. You'll find the opportunities of a large university on a campus that feels more like a small college.

Focus on undergraduate education

Faculty members teach 90 percent of our undergraduate courses. Some undergraduates even get research opportunities typically reserved for graduate students at most large universities.

Explore the academic experiences that could become the foundation for your future.

Dynamic campus community

With more than 20,000 students, you'll notice a wide range of backgrounds, opinions, and interests represented on our campus. Our students are motivated academically and engaged in the campus community.

Learn more about what it means to be a Redbird.

Individualized attention and academic support

With a student-faculty ratio of 19 to one, our professors will give you the personal attention you need to succeed. In fact, nearly 90 percent of all classes have 49 students or less.

Find out how you can personalize your educational experience with the Honors Program or Study Abroad and get the resources you need to succeed.