Founded in 1857, Illinois State University is a top ranked public university in the town of Normal. Explore ISU's 200+ programs and the Redbird community.

ISU was founded in 1857, the same year Illinois' first Board of Education was convened and two years after the Free School Act was passed by the state legislature.

May 15, 2025 · ISU Unveils $41.5M Engineering Complex in Bloomington Illinois State University is investing $41.5 million to transform the John Green and Carter Harris buildings into an 80,000 …

From meeting facilities to cultural opportunities through the arts and excitement of numerous sporting events each year, ISU is a vital part of the Bloomington-Normal community.

Nov 30, 2025 · Campus facilities include the Eyestone School Museum, a planetarium, and the Ewing Cultural Center (in adjoining Bloomington). Total enrollment is approximately 21,000.

Feb 24, 2025 · Founded in 1857 as Illinois' first public university, ISU occupies a 1,000-acre campus featuring both historic and modern facilities, including the iconic Fell Hall and the Bone Student Center.

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Learn more about Illinois State University's Bloomington-Normal community, University Leadership, ISU Values and Traditions.

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Majors Illinois State University offers a diverse selection of undergraduate academic programs, including those spanning a number of academic disciplines. Switch to... Graduate Programs | Minors