Admissions Overview
The admission process at Illinois State University has a 88% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $55. Illinois State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
88%
Less Selective
Application Volume
21,573
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
of admitted students who enrolled
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Illinois State University has a 88% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $55. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Illinois State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$55
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges show the 25th to 75th percentile scores of enrolled first-year students at Illinois State University. About 44% of enrolled first-year students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 990 to 1,210. Additionally, about 8% of enrolled first-year students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 21 to 27.
SAT Scores
44% of enrolled first-year students submitted400
1600
990 – 1210
200
800
500 – 620
200
800
490 – 590
ACT Scores
8% of enrolled first-year students submitted1
36
21 – 27
1
36
21 – 27
1
36
19 – 26
Admission Statistics
21,573 students applied to ISU. Of those, 88% (19,017 students) were accepted. Of these 19,017 accepted students, 4,285 chose to enroll.
21,573
Total Applicants
19,017
Students Admitted
4,285
Students Enrolled
88%
Acceptance Rate