Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!

Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!

Minimum GPA

2.00

Middle 50% GPA

2.48 - 3.31

Required Courses

None

Recommended Courses

Fine Arts Core

Take 8 credit hours (no more than 6 credit hours) in one department:

• ART 103
• ART 104
• ART 109
• MUS 121.1
• MUS 126
• THE 110
• THE 130
• THE 160

History Core

Take 6 credit hours. Two different disciplines must be represented.

• ART 155
• ART156
• MUS 152
• THE 103
• THE 104
• THE 152
• THE 170
• ART/MUS/THE 275

Other course recommendations:

• Basic Skills in Digital Arts (CTK 201)
• Structured Problem Solving Using the Computer (IT 168)

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Middle 50% GPA

2.48 - 3.31

Application Period

Applications are always available.

Application Information

Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.

Major Requirements

A portfolio is required for admission to the Creative Technologies major. The portfolio will be considered in relation to all other admission materials.

Writing Sample

The writing sample can be poems, a short story, a script, or an essay.

If you don't have a writing sample, you can write what you think the role of an arts technologist in the 21st century will be.

Resume and/or Work Examples

Submit 3 to 5 pieces of work that are relevant to what you would study as a Creative Technologies major. Your cover letter should provide context for your work.

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