Coronavirus Response

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), Illinois State University is cancelling all visits through April 12 and larger Admissions events through May 1. If you're scheduled to visit campus during this time, you'll receive an email notifying you of the cancellation with details on how to reschedule for a later date.

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Close to Everything

Illinois State is located in the town of Normal in central Illinois, just a short drive from Chicago, St. Louis, and other big cities. Learn more about Normal and Bloomington, our next-door neighbor.

Choose your Visit

We love to meet prospective students to answer questions and show off our beautiful campus. That's why we offer a variety of visit options. However, some visit dates are especially popular and fill up fast. We recommend making your reservation early due to space availability.

If accommodations are needed to participate in an event, please contact our office at least 48 hours in advance at (309) 438-2181 or (800) 366-2478.

Daily Campus Visit

2 hours

Experience campus while enjoying a student-led walking tour, usually including a residence hall. Tours take place most weekdays throughout the year.

In response to COVID-19, we are cancelling all campus visits through May 1.

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Open House

5-6 hours

Hosted several times throughout the year, take a tour of campus and our residence halls while meeting fellow students. Learn about our majors, campus life, and the admissions process.

In response to COVID-19, we are cancelling all campus visits through May 1.

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Saturday Campus Visit

2 hours

Held on select Saturdays from September through April, these student-led walking tours begin at The Atrium at the Bone Student Center and usually include a residence hall tour.

In response to COVID-19, we are cancelling all campus visits through May 1.

Register for Saturday Visit

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Transfer Fridays

  • 90 minutes
  • Held every Friday
  • Admissions presentation, student-led walking tour of campus; optional residence hall tour

In response to COVID-19, we are cancelling all campus visits through May 1.

Residence Hall Tours

See inside different styles of residence halls and hear from current students about their experiences at Illinois State University.

In response to COVID-19, we are cancelling all campus visits through May 1.

Other Ways to Visit

Graduate School Visits

Request a visit to meet with your intended graduate program, tour campus with a current student, and learn more about the Graduate School at Illinois State University.

Group Visit

Group visits are a great opportunity to introduce your group of high school or community college students to Illinois State University. The typical visit includes a 20-minute presentation from an Admissions representative and a 90-minute walking tour of campus.

In response to COVID-19, we are cancelling all campus visits through May 1.

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Meet with Admissions Counselor

If you are unable to participate in any of the above visit options, you may schedule an appointment with an admissions representative.