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Illinois State University Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(25 courses)
INR 10 L - 26 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 105 & Above, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(6 courses)
INR 15 L - 19 LGet Fee Details
Duration18-24 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 105 & Above, GRE, GMAT
M.A.(15 courses)
INR 13 L - 27 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 105 & Above
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Q:   What is the cost of living in USA for International students?
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On average, a student spends approximately INR 93,000 in a month to fulfil living costs in USA. The cost of living in USA is 224.3% higher than the cost of living in India also the rent in USA is 769.9% higher than in India. Thus, it is natural that the cost of living in the USA is very high for an Indian student. The table given below specifies the estimated student cost of living in the USA that is based on different expenses.

Expenses in USA

Average Yearly / Monthly cost

Books and study material

USD 900 - 2,000 per year

Travel

USD 300 - 700 per year

Accommodation

USD 9,800 - 11,100 per year

Electricity

USD 100 - 150 per month

Food

On campus: USD 250 per month

Off-campus: USD 400 - 600 per month

Phone subscription

USD 50 per month

Home Internet

USD 45 - 50 per month

Health Insurance

USD 700 - 1,100 per year

Clothes

USD 500 per year

Water, Trash and Sewer

USD 50 - USD 75 per month

Note: These amounts will differ from state to state within the US. On average, the cost of Indian food in the USA is around USD 350 - USD 400 for one person. 

Q:   How hard is it to get into Illinois State University?
A: 

According to various sources, Illinois State University has an overall acceptance rate of around 86% making it less selective for international student admissions. Some of the general requirements to receive admission at the university are given as follows:

  • ACT/SAT scores 
  • Overall Student's GPA 
  • Letters of Recommendation 
  • High School Class Rank 
  • Additional Academic Factors 
Q:   How much is the Illinois State University tuition fee for international students?
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The university offers over 165 undergraduates, more than 90 graduates, and around 10 doctoral programs in various specializations. Some of the popular specializations are Computer Science; Chemistry; Business Education; Biological Sciences; Information Systems; Business Administration; Psychology; Economics and more. The Illinois State University tuition fees range between INR 20L and INR 38L for UG, INR 12L, and INR 25L for PG. International students can check Illinois State University tuition fees for the popular programs from the below table:

Programs

First-year Tuition fees

MS (18 months-3 years)

INR 12 L - 20 L

BBA BTech (4 years)

INR 20 L - 23 L

PG Certificate (9 months-1 year)

INR 6 L - 25 L

MBA/PGDM (18-24 months)

INR 14 L - 17 L

B Sc (4 years)

INR 20 L - 23 L

PG8 (18 months-2 years)

INR 12 L - 25 L

MIM (18-24 months)

INR 14 L - 16 L

BA ( 4 years)

INR 20 L - 23 L

BBA (4 years)

INR 23 L

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Illinois State University Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   How much is the Illinois State University tuition fee for international students?
A: 

The university offers over 165 undergraduates, more than 90 graduates, and around 10 doctoral programs in various specializations. Some of the popular specializations are Computer Science; Chemistry; Business Education; Biological Sciences; Information Systems; Business Administration; Psychology; Economics and more. The Illinois State University tuition fees range between INR 20L and INR 38L for UG, INR 12L, and INR 25L for PG. International students can check Illinois State University tuition fees for the popular programs from the below table:

Programs

First-year Tuition fees

MS (18 months-3 years)

INR 12 L - 20 L

BBA BTech (4 years)

INR 20 L - 23 L

PG Certificate (9 months-1 year)

INR 6 L - 25 L

MBA/PGDM (18-24 months)

INR 14 L - 17 L

B Sc (4 years)

INR 20 L - 23 L

PG8 (18 months-2 years)

INR 12 L - 25 L

MIM (18-24 months)

INR 14 L - 16 L

BA ( 4 years)

INR 20 L - 23 L

BBA (4 years)

INR 23 L

Q:   How much is the fee for application at Illinois State University for MS in CS program?
A: 

The application fee for pursuing a Master of Science course at Illinois State University is USD 50 (INR 4K). This fee is an essential process for helping to cover administrative expenses and ensures evaluation of each candidate’s qualifications. Applicants are suggested to check the official website once before applying to avoid confusion in the last minute. (USD 1=INR 83.45 on 10 Jun 2024)

Q:   What is the tuition cost for ISU?
A: 

The first year tuition fees for international students at Illinois State University are given as follows:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
BBA (14 courses)
INR 20 L - INR 24 L
BBA1 (17 courses)
INR 18 L - INR 23 L
BE/BTech (13 courses)
INR 19 L - INR 24 L
BBA1 (19 courses)
INR 12 L - INR 20 L
PG Certificate (23 courses)
INR 6 L - INR 25 L
BBA1 (15 courses)
INR 10 L - INR 15 L
MBA/PGDM (6 courses)
INR 14 L - INR 17 L
BBA17 (17 courses)
INR 22 L
MIM (5 courses)
INR 14 L - INR 17 L
BE/BTech6 (5 courses)
INR 22 L
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Answered 3 months ago

The list of the popular programs at Illinois State University along with the percentage of degree awarded are given below:

Bachelors Degree 

Masters Degree 

Elementary Education & Teaching 

6.23% 

General Health & Physical Education 

9.12% 

General Marketing & Marketing Management 

5.52% 

General Business Administration & Management 

7.48% 

Registered Nursing 

4.64% 

Industrial Technology 

5.17% 

General Psychology 

4.31% 

Accounting 

4.63% 

General Finance 

3.79% 

Audiology & Speech – Language Pathology 

4.49% 

Criminal Justice- Safety Studies 

3.79% 

Dietetics 

4.35%

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Ridhi

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Answered 3 months ago

Housing options along with their rates at ISU are given below:

Residence 

Type 

Annual rate for 2025-26 

Triple Room 

USD 5,514  (INR 4,77,300) 

Double Room 

USD 6,486  (INR 5,61,400) 

Quad Room 

USD 6,486  (INR 5,61,400) 

Single Room 

USD 8,632  (INR 7,47,200) 

Haynie at Tri-Towers, Hewett-Manchester, Manchester 

Double Room in Suite 

USD 8,762  (INR 7,58,400) 

Wright Hall at Tri-Towers 

Single Room in Suite 

USD 10,056  (INR 8,70,400) 

Watterson Towers 

Super Single Room in Suite 

USD 11,094  (INR 9,60,300) 

1 USD = 86.56 

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Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 9 months ago

Illinois State University offers more than 165 undergraduate, 90+ postgraduate and 10 doctoral degree programs for international students every year. Some of the popular majors at the university are given as follows:

  • Business and Management 
  • Marketing 
  • Education
  • Health professions and related support se

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Tasneem Hoda

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a year ago

The Illinois State University acceptance rate is 86%. This shows that the university follows moderate selection criteria when it comes to ISU admission. Students with average academic performance still have some chances of selection, though they must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria. The param

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Akansha katariya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a year ago

Illinois State University is better than the University of Illinois in terms of acceptance rate, tuition fees. However, here is the table of comparison for both the universities: 

Name of The University 

Ranking

Acceptance rate 

Annual fees

Illinois State University

#1201-1400 in QS World University Rankings 

92%

INR 28 L-19.8 L - 24.3 L (UG)

INR 17.3 L ( PG)

University of Illinois

#317 QS World University Rankings 

78%

INR 19.8 L - 24.3 L (UG)

INR  21.6 L - 29.4 L (PG)

(A comparison of the Annual fee was on the BBA course for UG and MBA for PG  however, if students are looking for more co

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