What can I apply for?
You can apply for the following admission routes:
Undergraduate Direct Entry - First-year
Undergraduate Direct Entry - Transfer
International Year One
Graduate Direct Entry
Graduate Pathway program
English language programs
Find your route to Illinois State University
Why study with us?
What is Direct Entry?
Direct Entry means you are accepted directly into your program.
With Direct Entry, you will receive a Form I-20 for your degree program.
You will start courses for your degree as soon as you arrive on campus.
You will graduate on time alongside US university students.
You will benefit from the university’s resources and support services for all students.
What is International Year One?
International Year One is an undergraduate admission route that leads to a bachelor's degree.
With International Year One, you will receive a Pathway I-20 that reflects language learning and your degree program.
You will need to successfully complete your Pathway courses before you can continue and complete your degree.
You will graduate on time and on schedule.
You will benefit from tutoring, personalized academic support and cultural support. These services are all included in your tuition.
You can consult with our Pre-arrival Success Services (PASS) team for any questions about the visa process.
From booking your flight to coordinating your arrival, you will have access to pre-arrival services designed for international students.
What is Graduate Pathway?
Graduate Pathway is a graduate admission route that leads to a master's degree.
With Graduate Pathway, you will receive a Pathway I-20 that reflects language learning and your degree program.
You will need to successfully complete your Pathway courses before you can continue and complete your degree.
You will graduate on time and on schedule.
You will benefit from tutoring, personalized academic support and cultural support. These services are all included in your tuition.
You can consult with our Pre-arrival Success Services (PASS) team for any questions about the visa process.
From booking your flight to coordinating your arrival, you will have access to pre-arrival services designed for international students.
What is Academic English?
Our Academic English program prepares you for your university degree. With Academic English, you will improve your English language skills. Our program offers skills like how to research, give presentations and network. These skills are key to succeeding at a US university. You will learn from qualified faculty who have years of experience on campus and in the industry. During classes, you can also practice English in daily life with native speakers. Throughout the program, students receive personalized support to ensure their success.
What subjects are offered?
As a leading public university, you can study a wide range of top subjects and STEM-designated degrees. At US universities, we divide up our degrees into colleges. So, when you choose your degree, you will also be a part of your degree's college. For example, if you're studying technology, you would also be a part of the College of Applied Science and Technology. Browse through the colleges below to get an idea of our specialties.
Our university includes the following colleges:
College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST)
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
School of Information Technology
School of Kinesiology and Recreation
Department of Technology
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
College of Business (COB)
College of Education (COE)
Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts (CFA)