College of Arts and Sciences (Undergrad)
Intakes
Aug, Jan, MayDeadlines
May, Oct, Apr
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Annual tuition fees
1.Undergraduate – International Admissions Scholarships:
$4,000 ($1,000 per year with 3.0 GPA)
$8,000 ($2,000 per year with 3.5 GPA)
• Renewable annually for four years or through the length of the student’s original study plan, if student maintains a cumulative 2.75 GPA
• Minimum 3.0 GPA for $1,000 per year
• Minimum 3.5 GPA for $2,000 per year
2.Undergraduate – Presidential Scholarship:
Up to $44,000 ($11,000 per year)
• Apply for admission by November 1 for the following academic year
• Scholarship application is due December 15
• Direct Undergraduate Freshman
• Eligible for the Honors Program
• Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 on a 4.0 scale
• Awarded through a competitive scholarship competition
• Renewable up to four years if student maintains a cumulative 3.0 GPA
3.Undergraduate -International Baccalaureate Scholarship:
$1,000
• Apply for admission by November 15 for the following academic year
• Direct Entry Freshmen who complete the IB Diploma Program or IB Career-Related Certificate Program
• Submit eligibility form online
• Academic credentials must be verified no later than July 15
• Awarded as funds are available
• One-time award
4.Undergraduate -Young America International Scholarship:
$5,000
• Complete application to Illinois State University and scholarship application by May 1
• Direct Entry Bachelor’s students only
• Application required
• Five scholarships will be awarded to high academically achieving students per year
• Only available for Fall intake
• One-time award
Duration
4 YearsIntakes
Aug, Jan, MayStudy language
EnglishDelivery mode
On-CampusDegree type
BachelorLocation
United States of America (USA)List of Programs
- Actuarial Science
- Anthropology
- Biochemistry
- Biology Teacher Education
- Chemistry
- Chemistry Teacher Education
- Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Communication Studies – Interpersonal
- Communication Studies – Political Communication
- Data Science and Computational Mathematics
- Economics – Managerial Economics
- English
- English – Creative Writing
- English – Publishing Studies
- English Teacher Education
- Environmental Systems Science and Sustainability
- French Teacher Education
- Geography
- Geography Social Science Teacher Education
- Geology
- German
- German Teacher Education
- History
- History-Social Sciences Teacher Education
- Journalism
- Legal Studies
- Mass Media
- Mathematics
- Mathematics – Statistics
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Physics – Computational Physics
- Physics – Engineering Physics
- Physics Teacher Education
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Public Relations
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Spanish Teacher Education
- Biology – Conservation Biology
- Biology – General
- Biology – Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biology – Plant Biology
- Biology Teacher Education
- Communication Studies – Organizational and Leadership Communication
- Earth and Space Science Teacher Education
- Economics – General Economics
- English – Technical Writing and Rhetorics
- Biology – Physiology, Neuroscience, and Behavior
Requirements
Academic Requirements
High School Diploma. Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Additional requirements
- Applicant declaration
- High school transcripts
- Passport
- English test score
- Portfolio/Auditions for Fine Arts Programs
English Tests Requirements
TOEFL-IBT
79IELTS
7About Faculty
” The ISU motto of “Gladly we learn and teach”, with apologies to Chaucer for the modernization, has always been the true north of the compass of the College of Arts and Sciences. The College of Arts and Sciences not only comprises 16 majors and 14 interdisciplinary minors, but through humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics the College of Arts and Sciences is the foundational knowledge base from which all majors emerge. Illinois State University is known as a premier teaching institution and the liberal arts and sciences provides the foundation for each one of our Redbird students”.
Top Reasons to Study in Illinois State University
- High Retention and Graduation Rates
Over the past decade, our retention and graduation rates have been in the top 10% in the nation.
- First-Choice Institution
Illinois State remains a first-choice institution. We have a strong enrollment of more than 20,000 students, while maintaining academic quality and small class sizes.
- Civically Engaged Campus
- Bang for the Buck
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Illinois State as the best value public university in Illinois. We support students while they’re in college—and set them up to succeed after graduation.
Ranking & Accreditation of Illinois State University
- #3 Public University in Illinois Niche.com 2022.
- TOP 5%nBest Colleges fornthe Money College Factual 2022.
- #64 Best National University Washington Monthly 2022.
- #112 Top Public Schools U.S. News & World Report 2023.
- RANKED AMONG THE TOP 30% of four-year higher education institutions for graduates’ return on investment Center on Education and the Workforce, Georgetown University, 2022.
- #8 Best Insurance Programs U.S. News & World Report 2022.
- #105 Top Public Schools (U.S. News & World Report 2020).
- 97% of our faculty hold the highest degree possible in their field.
- #1 Top city for Recent College Graduates (Penngeeks.com 2019).
- #197 National Universities (U.S. News and World Report 2020).
Student Accommodation at Illinois State University
- For students applying for direct entry to university accommodation information can be found on the university website.
Student Residences at Illinois State:
- Convenient on campus locations close to classrooms
- Supportive and involved live-in staff
- Securely locked doors on the exterior and interior of the buildings
- Nearby fitness and laundry centers
- Free Wi-Fi
Deadline:
May, Oct, Apr
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