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Freshmen

Freshmen can use the Illinois State application or the Common Application. Preference is not given to one over the other. Learn how to apply

  • Illinois State Application Portal

    Create an account to start your application or log in to continue your application.

    • Summer 2023
    • Fall 2023
    Launch Illinois State Application
  • Common Application

    Common Application lets you apply to multiple schools with one application.

    • Summer 2023
    • Fall 2023
    Launch Common Application

Additional Applications

  • Transfer Students

    Continue your academic journey at Illinois State.

    • Summer 2023
    • Fall 2023
    • Apply as a Transfer student
    • How to Apply
  • Graduate Students

    Pursue a certificate, master’s, or doctoral degree.

    • Summer 2023
    • Fall 2023
    • Apply as a Graduate student
    • Graduate Admissions
  • International Students

    Illinois State offers a variety of applications for all undergraduate and graduate international students.

    • Apply as an International student
    • International Admisions
  • Returning Undergraduate Students

    Apply for readmission.

    • Spring 2023
    • Summer 2023
    • Fall 2023
    • Apply as a Returning student
    • How to Apply

Prepare to Apply

Before you start your application, there are a few things you should have ready.

  • See What You Need
  • Deadlines
  • Application Fee

Admission Information for Other Populations

Some populations have unique application requirements.

  • Out-of-State Students
  • Military Veterans
  • Homeschooled Students
  • Undocumented Students
  • Visiting and Non-Degree Seeking Students
  • Second Bachelor's Degree

Questions?

Please contact the Office of Admissions if you have any questions about your application.

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