Illinois State University —
Illinois State University is a large school, but it's located in a smaller town setting. Lots of good restaurants around. This school provides a decent education and the price isn't too bad. They have a good sports program, so there are plenty of games to go to and cheer them on. They also have a good band program. Most of the campus is accessible by walking and there are plenty of high rise dorms available to live in. There is also alot of off-campus housing for the upperclassmen. Many students are from the Chicago area, so they tend to go back home during the holiday's and the college area looks bleak. Plenty of part-time jobs available in food service and retail.