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College of Engineering Complex

Illinois State University is transforming a property at 1709 General Electric Road in Bloomington into the future home of the College of Engineering. The full property (including 1711 General Electric Road) consists of 28.32 acres of land, including 392,000 square feet of usable space and more than 1,300 parking spaces, and will serve engineering students beginning in fall 2026. A pivot from an initial plan to renovate the John Green and Carter Harris buildings to serve as the home of Engineering was prompted by rising construction costs and additional site requirements, combined with the availability of the General Electric Road property. As the design unfolds, additional information will be made available.

Details

  • Completion date: Fall 2026.
  • Cost: $54.5 million (property acquisition and renovation costs).
  • Location: 1709 General Electric Road in Bloomington.
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building
Photo of the visit of the President to the new College of Engineering building

Quote from President Tarhule

Illinois State continues to invest strategically in areas that drive long-term growth and sustainability and uphold our commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive campus community. This is a creative and more affordable option that will better serve our future students.

President Aondover Tarhule

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