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A great college town that can also jump-start your career - that's Bloomington-Normal. We at Illinois State University work as a diverse community of scholars with a commitment to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities. Illinois State students complete their degrees on time. ISU's retention rate remains among the highest in the nation at over 80 percent, and our high graduation rate (68.8 percent) is 23 percent above the national average. 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. Illinois State remains an affordable option. We did not raise tuition or fees this year and disbursed $45 million in merit- and need-based aid and tuition waivers. We were ranked by College Factual as the 22nd Best College for the Money out of 1,200 schools across the country.
With so many clubs and organizations, you can experience new adventures, become a leader, and make friendships that last a lifetime. Our dining program is rated among the top 10 percent of all dining programs in the U.S. Bloomington-Normal: Great college town with all the comforts of home. Your strongest connections at Illinois State will come in the residence halls, including our 17 optional Themed Living-Learning Communities.