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Departments, Schools, and Units
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School of Biological Sciences
The School of Biological Sciences advances biological knowledge through research, teaching, and service.
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Chemistry
Learning chemical principles will allow you to solve real-world problems, positively impact society, and have a successful career.
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School of Communication
The School of Communication has built a tradition of excellence in teaching, research and service.
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Communication Sciences and Disorders
We offer one of the most comprehensive undergraduate programs in the state and fully-accredited SLP and AuD graduate programs.
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Economics
The Department of Economics at Illinois State University has a longstanding reputation for excellence in research, education and community service.
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English
The students in the English Department have the opportunity to concentrate on many areas, including composition, literature, rhetoric, language and publishing.
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Geography, Geology, and the Environment
The Department of Geography, Geology, and the Environment is home to four majors, three minors, and one graduate program along with a well field and a field camp for students.
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History
History helps us explore and understand the stories of our past - to help explain who we are and how we got to where we are today.
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Languages, Literatures, & Cultures
Speak, read, and write in other languages, and to think critically about culture through its many linguistic manifestations.
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Latin American and Latino/a Studies
A multidisciplinary community of scholars committed to building cultural bridges between the university and the Americas.
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Mathematics
Learn critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies that are essential tools to succeed in this age of technology.
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Philosophy
Preparing students to be curious and critical life-long learners.
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Physics
Exciting science that seeks to explain the unknowns of the world around us.
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Politics and Government
Preparing our students to be the leaders of the future - in research, teaching and public service.
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Psychology
Develop expertise in areas ranging from basic research in lab settings, to classroom instruction, to treatment delivery in schools and other institutions.
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School of Social Work
When individuals, families, or communities are trying to overcome social and personal challenges, social workers are there to offer support and encouragement.
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Sociology and Anthropology
Prepare to live in a changing world. Prepare to change the world you live in.
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Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program
The program encourages students to critically examine how various categories of gender, sexuality, race, class, age, disability, and citizenship influence our lives, cultures, and communities.
Additional resources
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Language Proficiency Assessments
ISU will accept language proficiency certification through an Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) by experts at LTI (Language Testing International), an organization affiliated with ACTFL, for over 100 languages.
The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures offers information on OPI scores, proficiency exams, and self-placement exams for academic credit and free CAP credit for first language courses. Read the Language Proficiency Assessment FAQs.
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Final Course Grade Challenge
A student can challenge a final course grade if they believe the grade was arbitrary or capricious and cannot resolve their concerns with the faculty member. Read the Final Course Grade Challenge Policy.
Fill out the The Initial Appeal to the Department/School form. If the Appeal to the Department/School is not satisfactorily concluded, the Appeal to the Provost form is also available.