| Tuition and fees* | $11,182 |
| Room and meal plan (multiple occupancy, 5-day unlimited meal plan) | $8,473 |
| Total institutional expenses | $19,655 |
| Estimated additional personal expenses: | |
| Books and supplies | $1,132 |
| Miscellaneous** | $3,580 |
| Estimated cost of attendance (in-state) | $24,367 |
** The miscellaneous category represents the average amount students spend during an academic year on incidentals such as transportation, clothing, personal items, and recreation. It is included only to remind students to budget for those items, and is not an expense payable to Illinois State.
All expenses are estimates, based on a courseload of 30 hours. Actual tuition and fees may vary.
Your academic profile, your family's finances, and many other factors determine the scholarships and financial aid for which you qualify.
To apply for financial aid, submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. The Illinois State University school code is 001692. Our preferential filing date is March 1. If you apply by this deadline, you will receive your award notice in early April. You can check your financial aid status online in Welcome2isu or once you have registered for courses using iCampus.
The Financial Aid Office will assist you if you have questions about your FAFSA, the financial aid process, or your award.
Our Scholarship Resource Office posts scholarship information and application deadlines. Also, many departments, programs, and schools at Illinois State have limited scholarship or tuition waiver funds. Visit your intended program’s Web site to learn more.
You will be automatically considered for two highly competetive, merit-based scholarships when you apply. Find out if you are eligible for the Presidential or University Scholarship programs.
