2,354 students registered for the Spring 2007 semester are considered non-traditional students. This includes veterans of all ages, students-at-large, and students who are at least 25 years of age by January 15, 2007.

524 students (22%) indicated veteran status on their application for admission or financial aid form.
70% are full time students and average around 14 hours enrolled.
266 are newly enrolled at Illinois State.

Who is an Adult Learner?

Historically, an adult learner/non-traditional student is someone who is pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, but who does not meet the definition of a “traditional” college student. If you feel that any of the following describe you . . . then you are considered an adult learner/non-traditional student at Illinois State.

I am . . .

An independent student;
Employed full-time;
A person with dependents;
A person who as a result of a death or divorce, is now single and wishes to complete a degree program;
A commuter student (you live off-campus) and will commute to campus to attend class; or
A veteran of the United States military who recently returned to the civilian world after serving in the armed forces.

In addition, a recent Adult Learner Services Task Force created by the University describes Adult Learners as undergraduate or graduate students that are:

lifelong learners who generally are 25 years or older, and/or have additional responsibilities such as family, career, military, or community, and are seeking a degree or other educational offering (credit or non-credit) to enhance their professional and/or personal lives.