Is Illinois State University worth it?
Illinois State University is a public, four-year institution in Normal, Illinois (midsize suburb). It awarded 5,780 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in elementary education and teaching, marketing management and registered nursing.
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Federal context for Illinois State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$46,159
Median earnings 4 years after
$62,507
Median earnings 10 years after
$62,117
Average net price
$19,398
Completion rate
65%
Completions (2024)
5,780
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
19,057
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $44,898 | $49,240 | 499 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $51,687 | $77,956 | 325 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $54,958 | $85,326 | 254 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $38,125 | $60,414 | 233 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $72,709 | $81,264 | 232 |
| Agriculture, General | Bachelor's | $47,295 | $63,600 | 205 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $37,584 | $62,506 | 193 |
| Special Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | $48,358 | $52,864 | 192 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $50,647 | $66,660 | 180 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | Bachelor's | $47,553 | $70,671 | 174 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $44,613 | $54,452 | 164 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $62,940 | $84,458 | 153 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $31,745 | $50,744 | 144 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | Bachelor's | $39,104 | $55,032 | 128 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,104 | $51,941 | 128 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 320 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 257 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 228 |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | Bachelor's | 194 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 177 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 163 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 158 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 156 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 128 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 119 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 28% | 23,817 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 13% | 11,009 |
| Finance and Insurance | 10% | 8,553 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 9% | 7,382 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 5,759 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 4,791 |
| Manufacturing | 4% | 3,707 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 3,636 |
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Sources: federal figures for Illinois State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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