Frequently Asked Questions

On May 17, 2021 Governor Pritzker issued an Executive Order that provides clarification on updated public health guidance concerning wearing of masks provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on May 13, and the Bridge Phase , which began in Illinois May 14.

• Fully Vaccinated Individuals : Face coverings and physical distancing will not be required indoors or outdoors for fully vaccinated individuals. Exceptions to this guidance include healthcare settings and public transportation.

An individual is considered fully vaccinated 14 days after the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and 14 days after the single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

• NOT Fully Vaccinated Individuals : Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a face covering and are required to do so when the 6-foot physical distancing requirement cannot be maintained. Consistent with the state’s approach, enforcement of vaccine compliance is on the honor system.

• Students who feel ill, whether related to COVID-19 or an unrelated illness, should stay home and contact Student Health Services (SHS) (309) 438-8655 for assistance. If necessary, students should contact the Dean of Students Office to facilitate the student absence notification
• Employees who feel ill, whether related to COVID-19 or an unrelated illness, should stay home and seek medical attention if appropriate.

The University continues to follow the guidance from the Governor of Illinois for meetings, social events and gatherings as stipulated in Restore Illinois: A Public Approach to Safely Reopening Our State. The limits on setting capacity and types of events comply with the current phase and tier within Restore Illinois.

Most Illinois State University buildings have stations at the main entrances for use. The sanitizer is 70% alcohol-based, which is the recommendation by the CDC.

• Enhanced cleaning will continue in public spaces and restrooms although the risk of transmission from contaminated surfaces or objects is generally low, according to the CDC.
• Cleaning wipes and hand sanitizer will continue to be readily available across campus, including classrooms.
• HVAC systems for all campus buildings have been adjusted to increase the amount of fresh air from a 10% minimum to 40% outside air minimum. Where possible, the filters in campus HVAC systems were upgraded to provide filtered air equivalent to hospital rooms. Air purifiers will be considered for specific spaces that do not meet the above criteria only.

Fall 2021 classes will reflect a more traditional campus experience including considerably more in-person instruction. The percentage of in-person course offerings for fall 2021 is expected to be close to that of fall 2019. Following the guidance in Phase 5 of Restore Illinois, physical distancing requirements will not be required by fall. Therefore, course enrollments should be at pre-COVID course enrollment maximums.

Synchronous classes occur on set schedules where students and instructors are online at the same time during all lectures, discussions, etc. The class meets online at the scheduled day and time that is listed on your class schedule. Students must be online at the designated time in order to participate in the class.

Asynchronous classes do not occur on a set schedule. Instructors will provide materials, lectures, assignments, etc. that can be accessed within the time frame specified by the instructor. While asynchronous classes do not meet during a specific day/time, students are still expected to meet deadlines set by the instructor for assignments, exams, readings, etc.

When registration is open you may alter your schedule as you would like based on course availability. If you have questions about course options for your schedule, please talk to your assigned academic advisor.

Yes. Please contact your assigned academic advisor for more information on advising appointments.

You can cancel your appointment by returning to the appointment registration system and cancelling your appointment. You may also reschedule if appointment times are available. If you experience technical issues, contact the State of Illinois Vaccine Appointment Call Center at (833) 621-1284.

CDC guidance indicates that if a vaccinated person has been exposed to someone with COVID-19 they do not need to quarantine unless they are experiencing COVID symptoms.

According to the CDC, individuals are considered fully vaccinated (i) 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or (ii) 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s.

Individuals who are fully vaccinated (2 weeks past the last dose of the vaccine) should not undergo testing unless they are symptomatic. If fully vaccinated and experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, students should contact Student Health Services for testing, and employees should contact their health care provider for guidance.

Summer testing for students
May 7 - August 6, students can receive antigen COVID testing Monday–Friday, from 9–11 a.m. and 1–3 p.m. at Student Health Services. No appointment is necessary to participate in COVID testing. Eligibility requirements apply. Visit the Student Health Services website for the most up-to-date information about testing locations and hours.

Summer testing for Illinois State employees, retirees, and their dependents
Illinois State University has partnered with SHIELD Illinois to provide saliva based COVID-19 tests for ISU employees, retirees, and their dependents, free of charge. Minors must be accompanied during testing. Testing is provided beginning June 1 in the temporary building in the parking lot between Watterson Towers and Stevenson Hall. Testing hours will be 10 a.m. -- 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Note that during the summer, undergraduate and graduate students, including student employees, must test through Student Health Services.

Individuals who are fully vaccinated (2 weeks past the final dose of the vaccine) should not undergo testing unless they are symptomatic. If fully vaccinated and experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, employees, retirees, and their dependents should contact their health care provider for guidance.

PCR COVID-19 testing remains available for students, faculty, and staff at the Interstate Center testing site at 1106 Interstate Drive in Bloomington. Students testing at this site should share positive test results with Student Health Services by uploading them to the Secure Patient Health Portal. Sharing test results will ensure students have proper documentation for classes, housing, and/or employment.

If you are not tested on campus, students should share positive test results with Student Health Services by uploading them to the Secure Patient Health Portal. Employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, should follow the steps outlined in Managing Covid-19 in the Workplace

Individuals who are fully vaccinated (2 weeks past the final dose of the vaccine) should not undergo testing unless they are symptomatic. If fully vaccinated and experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, employees, retirees, and their dependents should contact their health care provider for guidance.

Summer testing for students
May 7 - August 6, students can receive antigen COVID testing Monday–Friday, from 9–11 a.m. and 1–3 p.m. at Student Health Services. No appointment is necessary to participate in COVID testing. Eligibility requirements apply. Visit the Student Health Services website for the most up-to-date information about testing locations and hours.

Summer testing for Illinois State employees, retirees, and their dependents
Illinois State University has partnered with SHIELD Illinois to provide saliva based COVID-19 tests for ISU employees, retirees, and their dependents, free of charge. Minors must be accompanied during testing. Testing is provided beginning June 1 in the temporary building in the parking lot between Watterson Towers and Stevenson Hall. Testing hours will be 10 a.m. -- 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Note that during the summer, undergraduate and graduate students, including student employees, must test through Student Health Services.

PCR COVID-19 testing remains available for students, faculty, and staff at the Interstate Center testing site at 1106 Interstate Drive in Bloomington. Students testing at this site should share positive test results with Student Health Services by uploading them to the Secure Patient Health Portal. Sharing test results will ensure students have proper documentation for classes, housing, and/or employment.

ISU community members are not permitted to come to campus if they test positive for COVID-19. A positive test means you must self-isolate for the entire amount of time indicated by the health department or a medical professional in order to prevent infecting others.

• Students who live in on-campus housing who test positive or who are deemed a close contact should stay at or return to their permanent residence. Contact University Housing at (309) 438-5967 for more information about quarantine and isolation procedures.
• Off-campus students should isolate at their off-campus apartment or return to their permanent residence. The University does not have space to house off-campus students in our limited on-campus quarantine and isolation spaces.
• Employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, regardless of where they are living, should follow the steps outlined in Managing Covid-19 in the Workplace.

McLean County Health Department (MCHD) is responsible for contact tracing and notification in McLean County. ISU will continue to partner with MCHD to assist with contact tracing that involves any ISU community member. Students not residing in McLean County for the summer and those residing outside McLean County during the academic year will receive information from the local

CDC guidance indicates that if a vaccinated person has been exposed to someone with COVID-19 they do not need to quarantine unless they are experiencing COVID symptoms.

Students who have been notified that they are a close contact of a positive individual by a local health department should self-isolate or self-quarantine as directed and contact the Dean of Students Office at DeanOfStudents@IllinoisState.edu or (309) 438-2008 to report the absence and/or discuss how to manage any extended absence.

Employees who have been notified that they are a close contact of a positive individual should contact Human Resources at (309) 438-8311 and request to speak with a Benefits Counselor to discuss a leave of absence. Employees are required to self-isolate or self-quarantine as directed and will be allowed to return to work in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Individuals who are fully vaccinated do not need to quarantine unless they are experiencing symptoms of COVID. Learn more about the CDC's quarantine guidance regarding fully vaccinated individuals.

Individuals who are not fully vaccinated or fully vaccinated and experiencing symptoms: If you were near someone (within 6 feet for more than 15 minutes) who tested positive for COVID-19 but have not been contacted by the local health department, you should call the local health department where the positive COVID-19 case is located and tell them your circumstances. The local health department will review your level of contact and advise the appropriate protective measures.

If you have any Housing questions about COVID-19 or our related policies, processes, or procedures, please contact (309) 438-5967. Calling this direct number will ensure the Housing team is able to help you as quickly as possible.

For more information about length of quarantine and/or isolation, please review IDPH quarantine guidance.

University Housing Services is notified by Student Health Services when a student tests positive for COVID-19 or deemed a close contact. Upon notification, Housing staff will contact the impacted student and explain isolation and quarantine procedures. The McLean County Health Department is working closely with the University to complete contact tracing for Illinois State students.

For more information about length of quarantine and/or isolation, please review IDPH quarantine guidance.

Isolation and quarantine spaces are available in all residential areas of campus for on-campus students.

There are a limited number of spaces for on-campus students who must isolate or quarantine. Students are asked to return home only if it is safe to do so during their isolation/quarantine period so that there is adequate space for students who have extenuating circumstances (e.g., housing and food insecurity, etc.) that prevent them from returning home or to their permanent residence. The CDC has provided information about safely quarantining with roommates or family members.

Students in on-campus isolation or quarantine spaces are provided with linens, cleaning supplies, and a weekly treat bag, and are delivered a continental breakfast and two hot meals each day. Staff contact students each day to check on their well-being. Care for students in these spaces involves staff from Housing, Student Health Services, Facilities Management, and Event Management, Dining and Hospitality.

If you test positive, you will be required to isolate for a period of 10 days or length of time determined by the McLean County Health Department or health professional. If you are deemed a close contact, you will be required to quarantine for 7-14 days.

For more information about length of quarantine and/or isolation, please review IDPH quarantine guidance.

If you are tested anywhere at Illinois State, Student Health Services will receive the results. If you are tested anywhere else, upload results to the secure patient health portal. The McLean County Health Department is working closely with the University to complete contact tracing for Illinois State students.

If you test positive, you will be required to isolate for a period of 10 days or length of time determined by the McLean County Health Department or health professional. If you are deemed a close contact, you will be required to quarantine for 14 days. For more information about length of quarantine and/or isolation, please review IDPH quarantine guidance.

Off-campus students who are in isolation or quarantine and need additional resources should contact the Dean on Duty at (309) 438-2008.

Off-campus students are asked to quarantine or isolate at their student apartment or return to their permanent address.

Students should contact the Dean of Students Office to facilitate the student absence notification process.

If you test positive, you will be required to isolate for a period of 10 days or length of time determined by the McLean County Health Department or health professional. If you are deemed a close contact, you will be required to quarantine for 14 days.

Students in need of support managing the various impacts of the global coronavirus pandemic are encouraged to contact Student Counseling Services or visit Redbirds Keep Thriving—Students on the Coronavirus website where there are resources available regarding social, emotional, physical and financial wellness.

Employees should follow the steps outlined in Managing Covid-19 in the Workplace.

As with any illness, employees who are ill should stay home and, if warranted, seek medical attention. Employees should follow normal call-in procedures and protocols for their department and report time away from work in accordance with University policy. If you believe you have been exposed to coronavirus, you should follow the steps outlined in Managing COVID-19 in the Workplace.

Individuals who become ill may be eligible for FMLA in accordance with Policy 3.1.12. Individuals with questions or who need assistance should contact Human Resources at (309) 438-8311 and request to speak with their Benefits Counselor.

If you test positive or presumptive positive for COVID-19, you should follow the steps outlined in Managing COVID-19 in the Workplace. CDC guidance indicates that if a vaccinated person has been exposed to someone with COVID-19 they do not need to quarantine unless they are experiencing COVID symptoms. Unvaccinated student and employees need to follow IDPH and CDC guidance on quarantine and isolation.

If you have been contacted and advised that you are a non-household close contact, you should follow the direction of the contacting entity (generally a physician or the applicable County Health Department) and the steps outlined in Managing COVID-19 in the Workplace. CDC guidance indicates that if a vaccinated person has been exposed to someone with COVID-19 they do not need to quarantine unless they are experiencing COVID symptoms. Unvaccinated student and employees need to follow IDPH and CDC guidance on quarantine and isolation.

To protect the health and safety of faculty, staff and students, individuals who have been directed to self-quarantine will not be permitted to return to campus until the directed period of self-quarantine has passed. Employees who have been directed to self-quarantine should review the steps outlined in Managing COVID-19 in the Workplace for further information.

Employees who believe they have a disability which prevents them from reporting to work as directed and would like to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access (OEOA) at (309) 438-3383 or by email at EqualOpportunity@IllinoisState.edu to discuss eligibility for an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

As with any illness, employees who are ill should stay home and, if warranted, seek medical attention. If an employee who is ill reports to work, you can suggest the employee return home and/or seek medical treatment. If the employee chooses to go home, they should report time away from work in accordance with University policy.

There are certain areas on campus (e.g. clinicals, dining operations, athletics) where temperature checks/screenings of employees are being conducted. Any employees who do not successfully meet the requirements of those screenings will be sent home and directed to follow time reporting procedures consistent with University policy. The University continues to review the availability of self-screening for all employees and will provide updates to this FAQ as those decisions are made.

• If you are not fully vaccinated, physical distancing is required in all public and common spaces.
• Face coverings are required for non-vaccinated students in all spaces except in a student's own residence hall room.
• Enhanced cleaning of restrooms and high-touch surfaces.
• There are no triple or quad room types available this year.
• Health education signage is posted throughout all housing facilities to remind students, staff, and visitors of public health guidance.
• Students who test positive for COVID-19 or are deemed a close contact are required to quarantine and isolate per the guidance of local and government officials.

• Fully Vaccinated Individuals: Are not required to wear a face covering indoors or outdoors. You are considered fully vaccinated 14 days after the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and 14 days after the single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
  
• NOT Fully Vaccinated Individuals: Must wear a face covering while in the residence halls and Cardinal Court. The exception to this is when you are in your room/apartment and in situations where a face covering is not feasible (teeth brushing, showering, etc.).

The University will update this information as additional guidance is issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other public health and governmental agencies.

Consistent with the State of Illinois’ approach, enforcement of physical distancing by persons not fully vaccinated is a personal responsibility. Part of this means residents removing themselves from situations where they feel others may not be following this important guidance.

Consistent with the State of Illinois’ approach, enforcement of physical distancing by persons not fully vaccinated is a personal responsibility. Part of this means residents removing themselves from situations where they feel others may not be following this important guidance.

If you test positive for COVID-19, you will be required to isolate for a period of 10 days or length of time determined by the McLean County Health Department or health professional. If you are deemed a close contact of someone who has tested positive, you will be required to quarantine for 10 days, though 14 days is still recommended. More information can be found at the Illinois Department of Public Health website.

CDC guidance indicates that if a vaccinated person has been exposed to someone with COVID-19 they do not need to quarantine unless they are experiencing COVID symptoms. Unvaccinated student and employees need to follow IDPH and CDC guidance on quarantine and isolation.

Isolation and quarantine spaces are located in all residential areas of campus for on-campus students. There are a limited number of on-campus spaces for students who must remain in university housing to isolate or quarantine.

If you are experiencing coronavirus symptoms, contact Student Health Services at 309-438-7676 for an assessment and to make an appointment. Students without symptoms can be tested at either on-campus testing site. More information about on-campus testing sites can be found on the Student Health Services website.

University Housing Services is notified by Student Health Services when a student tests positive for COVID-19 or is deemed a close contact. Upon notification, Housing staff will contact the impacted student and explain isolation and quarantine procedures (see Quarantine and Isolation FAQ's on this page). The McLean County Health Department is working closely with the University to complete contact tracing for Illinois State students.

You must have a private or semi-private bathroom available. If you have roommates, the timeline for each student leave and return from isolation/quarantine may differ based on directives from Student Health Services.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

The most current SEVP Guidance can be found at: https://www.ice.gov/coronavirus.

Important highlights for the Fall 2021 semester include the following:

• For new students outside the United States who cannot travel to the United States, the current guidance suggests that these students have the option to defer their academic program to a future term. In order to defer your program, please contact InternationalAdmissions@ilstu.edu .
• For new students in the United States or who can travel to the US in time to start a program of study for Fall 2021; the student can maintain F-1 status by enrolling in a program of study that is completely in person or includes both in-person and online components (to the extent online courses are available). New students must take at least one in person or hybrid course. A student will not be permitted to enter the US to pursue a full course of study that is 100 percent online.

If you have a VISA appointment, please contact InternationalAdmissions@ilstu.edu as soon as possible. It may be helpful to have documentation demonstrating that you are enrolled in a program that is not 100 percent online.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

If you notify International Admissions of your deferral within 60 days after the program start date, you will be able to keep your same SEVIS record and defer your start date. After that date, International Admissions will need to create a new SEVIS record for you.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

You can find information about your specific academic advisor through the My.IllinoisState.edu portal. Please enter your ULID and password, and then follow the links to the "Academics" section and the "Academic Advisors" button.

Graduate students should contact their Graduate Coordinator located on the Graduate School website.

Undergraduates will be advised by a University College Advisor until they have declared a major and earned at least 24 credits. After that point, you will transition to a Department/School advisor.

"NOTE: All undergraduate Academic English and International Pathway students will be advised by the INTO ISU Academic Advisor, Veronique Parmenter (vlparme@ilstu.edu), until they progress from the Pathway."

If you have additional questions or concerns about this, please contact your Academic Department for assistance.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

The most current SEVP Guidance can be found at: https://www.ice.gov/coronavirus.

Important highlights for the Fall 2021 semester include the following:

• Continuing F-1 students can remain in status provided the student is making normal progress in their degree programs, maintaining a full course load to the extent this is possible, and meeting all other university requirements.
• Continuing F-1 students can enroll in a combination of in-person, hybrid, and online courses (to the extent online courses are available) (while inside the U.S.) or enroll in 100% online courses (from inside or outside the U.S.) and maintain their status provided they have maintained all other requirements of their nonimmigrant status since March 9, 2020.

If you are unable to maintain a full course load due to COVID-related issues for the Fall 2021 semester, contact your ISSS Advisor .

You must notify ISSS of your location outside of the U.S. by logging in to the ISSS Portal and editing your user profile information. Specific questions have been added to your user profile pertaining to your current location and plans for Fall 2021. Make sure to answer all questions and update the information if it changes.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

No, there is currently no special paperwork that must be filed with ISSS.

All continuing F-1 students should keep their ISSS Portal user profile up-to-date and also update the contact information in their My account. Any time you move within the U.S., you need to update the LOCAL address type in your My account to reflect your most current U.S. address.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

Under the standard SEVP regulations, the five-month rule permits F-1 students to re-enter the U.S. using their current I-20 for an absence of less than five months. The "five-month rule" has been suspended due to COVID-19.

Continuing F-1 students who left the U.S. and continued their studies online from abroad were able to maintain their F-1 status and keep their SEVIS records active. The five-month rule will not apply to students in the above situation.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

SEVP recognizes that some students may find it difficult to return home during the COVID-19 emergency because of diminished travel options. Students in this situation are encouraged to communicate with ISSS for guidance. ISSS will document in the student’s record any material information related to the student’s inability to leave the country due to COVID-19. If you are unable to leave the U.S. after finishing your program of study, you may be able to remain in the U.S. if you are approved for OPT work authorization, begin a new academic objective, or possibly change to a different visa status. More details regarding your options can be found on the Completing Your Program page of the ISSS website.

Students encountering such travel restrictions should contact their home country's embassy or consulate located in the U.S. for assistance. You can also check the Department of State COVID-19 Country Specific website for updates on the status of flights and possible entry requirements for your home country.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

Continuing international students who do not physically return for the Fall 2021 semester can:

• Enroll in all online courses if they are available, provided that they are making normal progress in their degree program, maintaining a full course load to the extent this is possible, and meeting all other university requirements. Please note that online course offerings for your program may be limited for the 2021-2022 school year. Even if you are registered for online courses for the Fall 2021 semester, you may not be able to fully complete your program unless you can attend in-person courses at the ISU campus in future terms. Students should communicate with their Academic Advisor/Graduate Coordinator about options.
• Defer to a future semester.
  Note: For continuing students, to maintain their student visa status, an F-1 student must continue to be enrolled. International students who do not register for the Fall 2021 semester should update their user profile in the ISSS Portal and contact their ISSS Advisor for further details. Students should consult with their Academic Advisor/Graduate Coordinator for confirmation of the steps needed to resume their studies after a semester of non-enrollment.

International students must communicate their travel and enrollment plans with ISSS by updating their user profile in the ISSS Portal and contacting their ISSS Advisor. New required fields have been added to the information tab of your user profile. Please log in and complete all required fields. If the information you submit changes at any point in the future, please log in and update these fields accordingly.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

Students who need a travel signature should submit a Travel Signature Request through the ISSS Portal.

A new I-20 will be printed within ten (10) business days and you will be notified via email when it is ready. The email will provide you details about your shipping options. Students should take processing and shipping times into consideration when submitting requests.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

ISU students who are enrolled full-time for the Fall 2021 term will automatically be charged for ISU health insurance coverage.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

ISU health insurance provides coverage outside of the U.S. However, if you are outside of the U.S. and do not want ISU health insurance there will be a separate opt-out process for the charge/coverage to be removed. Contact the Student Health Insurance Office for additional information.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

Students within the U.S. must go through the normal waiver process and present proof of alternative insurance, if they want to have the health insurance charge/coverage removed.

Last Updated: (May 26, 2021)

International students with additional questions regarding ISU health insurance should contact the Student Health Insurance Office.

(Last Updated: July 24,2020)

Course type definitions can be found on the Office of the Registrar website. Online courses are 100% online. The online content may be synchronous, asynchronous, or a combination of both. Hybrid courses consist of a combination of both online and in-person content.

You can view the current format for a specific course in the University’s Course Finder. Please understand that the format is still being assessed and may change as circumstances evolve.

(Last Updated: July 24,2020)

You can reach your ISSS Advisor by sending an email to internationalstudents@illinoisstate.edu or calling (309) 438-1931. In addition, you can chat live with your ISSS Advisor during specified hours. We also encourage you to visit the International Student and Scholar Services website for more information regarding immigration, employment, travel, and more.

Currently all ISSS appointments are being conducted via Zoom Meeting or telephone. If you would like to speak with your ISSS advisor, please submit an Appointment Request.

More information about zoom meetings are below:

• How to Join a Zoom Meeting
• Overview of Zoom

(Last Updated: July 24,2020)

Currently, documents are being mailed. Please submit a request for a document(s) to ISSS and it will be mailed to you. ISSS will send you an email informing you that the request was processed.

(Last Updated: February 12, 2021)

Students arriving from international travel are required to follow CDC guidelines in regard to quarantine and testing. International students entering the U.S. from international travel should contact Student Health Services by emailing Bobbie Stevens at bjsteve@ilstu.edu.

• On-campus students with Housing contracts should contact University Housing prior to arrival on campus for more information about quarantine and isolation procedures.
• Off-campus students should follow CDC guidelines and isolate at their off-campus apartments. The University does not have space to house off-campus students in our limited on-campus quarantine and isolation spaces.
• Students who are also employees should follow the steps outlined in Managing Covid-19 in the Workplace
• Information about the Student Absence Policy can be found on the Dean of Students Office website.

If you have questions or concerns about your needs during quarantine, please e-mail Matt Schwab at mlschwa@ilstu.edu or Wouter Van Alebeek at wvanale@ilstu.edu.

(Last Updated: July 24,2020)

There are varying factors involved depending on each student's unique situation. It is highly recommended that students expecting a delayed arrival to campus stay in close contact with their Academic Advisor/Graduate Coordinator regarding their expected arrival date.

International students must also communicate their travel plans with ISSS by updating their user profile in the ISSS Portal and contacting their ISSS Advisor. New required fields have been added to the information tab of your user profile. Please login and complete all required fields. If the information you submit changes at any point in the future, please login and update these fields accordingly.

(Last Updated: July 24,2020)

Students with medical conditions that may require an accommodation should request this accommodation by contacting Student Access and Accommodation Services.

(Last Updated: July 24,2020)

International students should visit the Financial Assistance page of the ISSS website for more information regarding funding opportunities.

You can visit campus by selecting from a variety of different options , both virtually and on campus.

Transfer Registration and Orientation Days for students will take place virtually. When available, students can register for their orientation at My.IllinoisState.edu.

You may schedule a virtual admissions counselor appointment online. Or, you can visit campus by selecting from a variety of different options , both virtually and on campus.

The Illinois State University campus remains open to the public. Visitors are welcome to visit outdoor areas such as the University Quad at any time while following state guidelines. Most University buildings are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

For students applying for summer, fall, or spring of 2021, 2022, and 2023, Illinois State University will not require a SAT or ACT score to apply.

Your application for admission is valid for three consecutive terms, but your admission status does not carry over. For example, if you applied for the Fall 2021 term, you can update your application to Spring 2022 or Summer 2022, and you would not need to reapply. However, you would still need to submit any new documentation for review and evaluation. Contact the Office of Admissions to start this process.

If you wanted to delay entry for anything more than two consecutive semesters, you would need to submit a new application for admission along with any new documentation. A student originally admitted for Fall 2021, if hoping to delay to Fall 2022, would need to submit a new application for admission and be reevaluated for admission for Fall 2022.

Be sure to discuss deferring your application with an admissions counselor as doing so may affect admission to your academic program and scholarship opportunities.

Yes, Illinois State University will continue to award academic credit for Advanced Placement Programs as determined in the University Catalog.

For pass/no pass grades, Illinois State University will accept "pass" for credit. If a transcript shows P/S/CR (depending on the transcript key), Illinois State will award transfer credit as being a course that has a C or better. A course that has been passed is eligible for meeting general education, major, and prerequisite requirements.

Contact the Office of the Registrar at Registrar@IllinoisState.edu for additional questions.

No. Due to recent public health circumstances, some or all Illinois State University undergraduate and graduate instruction for all or part of the 2020-2021 academic year may be delivered by traditional in person instruction, online instruction, and/or in a hybrid format (including both in-person and online components). The mode of instruction may be adjusted based on public health and safety considerations. View billing information concerning Illinois State University tuition and fees for the 2020-21 academic year . Tuition and mandatory fees have been set regardless of the mode of instruction and cover a variety of short and long term expenses which continue regardless of the instructional mode or access to campus facilities. Illinois State University will continue to follow published withdrawal and refund policies concerning tuition and fees. Tuition and fees will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the 2020-2021 academic year.