Budget Data

FY2026 Operating Budget: $566.3 Million

• State Appropriations: $82.2 million (Includes $30 thousand from State College and University Trust Fund) (14.5%)
• University Income Fund: $257.0 million (45.4%)
• Bond Revenue Operations: $108.3 million (19.1%)
• Grants and Contracts: $51.1 million (9.0%)
• Other Local Funds: $67.7 million (12.0%)

*Illinois State University's FY2026 state appropriation includes a 3% increase over prior year - comprised of a 1% base increase and 2% discretionary increase pending the Governor's approval.