by our College Data Analytics TeamIs what Illinois State University charges for in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee reasonable when compared to nation, state and regional averages? Find out here. If you're looking for specific information on Illinois State costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
In 2020-2021, the average out-of-state tuition and fees at Illinois State University ran about $24,172 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. Those who hail from the state of Illinois get a discount and only needed to pay $13,968 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $21,136 | $3,036 | $24,172 |
| In-State | $10,932 | $3,036 | $13,968 |
These tuition and fees costs include one year of academic instruction, but do not cover room and board.
Keep in mind a lot of students have financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of college.
How much does Illinois State University cost for part-time students?
Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
At the national level, average out-of-state tuition and fees are $19,933 a year. At $24,172 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at Illinois State University was high when compared to the national average.
Average in-state tuition and fees for schools across the country is $16,784 a year for undergraduate students. Illinois State only charges $13,968 a year in for in-state undergraduates, making it relatively inexpensive when compared to the national average.
If you want to know how Illinois State compares to other schools in the nation, in the region, and in the state, see the chart below.
| Nationwide | Great Lakes | Illinois | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Illinois State University Financial Aid.
In-state Illinois State tuition and fees grew with an average annual rate of 1.82% over the past five years. Illinois residents may pay an estimated $15,882 this school year.
If in-state tuition and fees keeps growing at the same pace, the estimated cost for two years at Illinois State would be $32,053, and $65,282 for four years.
For out-of-state students, tuition and fees have increased by about 1.02% in the past five years. This year, out-of-state students will be paying approximately $27,394 if the percentage increases stay the same.
For two years This means an estimated $55,067 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at Illinois State, and $111,263 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Illinois State.
Be aware of just how much the tuition and fees are increasing each year. At most colleges undergrads will wind up spending more on their last year of school compared to what they did for their first.
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