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Academics

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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 79% of our freshmen return for sophomore year.

Our Faculty

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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

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Redefining Honors

Our Honors Program focuses on enrichment over acceleration. Access unique learning experiences and scholarships, along with research and travel opportunities.

Customize Your Experience

Global Learning

Combine a world language with your major and unlock study abroad opportunities.

Internationalize Your Major

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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.

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