1857
Normal, IL

School Details

Illinois State University is the state’s oldest public, four-year institution of higher education.  Located in the city of Normal, Illinois, this school was founded in 1857.  Illinois State promotes core values of: the Pursuit of Learning and Scholarship, Individualized Attention, Diversity, Integrity, and Civic Engagement.  

At Illinois State online, the motto is “everything we do is rooted in learning.”  A Center for Online and Distance Education is available to support this motto for students using online tools.  Some online courses are asynchronous, offering the flexibility of working at your own pace and on your own schedule.

Accreditation & Licensing

Illinois State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Illinois State University is located in Illinois

Illinois at a Glance:

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Springfield
12,812,508
57,914 sq mi
12
85
48
$13,500.00

Top Majors in Illinois:

Top Incentives in Illinois:

Top Career Pathways in Illinois:

Financial Analysis
  • Entry Level: Financial Analyst ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Senior Analyst ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Finance Director ($150,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Finance
  • Certifications: CFA, FRM
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Online Programs offered by Illinois State University

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Art & Liberal Arts

Master of Music Education

Education

Master of Chemistry Education
Master of Science in Chemistry Education
Master of Science in Education in Reading
Master of Science in Teaching & Learning

Healthcare

Master of Science in Kinesiology & Recreation / Physical Education Pedagogy

Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Doctor of Nursing Practice