Western Illinois University

1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455

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https://www.wiu.edu/
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Main telephone 309-298-1414
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Public or private Public
Type of school University
Date founded 1899
Degrees offered Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Other advanced degrees
School accreditation North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Setting Small town-rural area (not within commuting distance of a large city)
Closest major metropolitan area Quad Cities; Peoria, IL; Springfield, IL
Campus size 1050 acres
County McDonough
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Number of full time, freshmen men 379
Number of full time, freshmen women 572
Total number of full time freshmen 951
Number of part time, freshmen men 3
Number of part time, freshmen women 14
Total number of part time freshmen 17
Total number of freshmen men 382
Total number of freshmen women 586
Total number of freshmen 968
Number of full time, undergraduate men 1,784
Number of full time, undergraduate women 2,468
Total number of full time undergraduates 4,252
Number of part time, undergraduate men 289
Number of part time, undergraduate women 484
Total number of part time undergraduates 773
Total number of undergraduate males 2,073
Total number of undergraduate females 2,952
Total number of undergraduate students 5,025
Number of male graduate students 633
Number of female graduate students 1,003
Total number of graduate students 1,636
Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students 2,706
Total number of female undergraduate and graduate students 3,955
Total enrollment 6,661
American Indian/Alaskan Native Less than 1%
Asian 1%
Black 20%
Hispanic 12%
White 56%
Race/ethnicity unknown 1%
These figures reflect responses of people who chose to indicate their racial-ethnic background. All categories except Hispanic represent non-Hispanic students. International students are not included in these figures so they may not add up to 100 percent.
Percentage of students from out of state 12%
Number of states and territories represented 44
Percentage of students from outside the US 3%
Number of countries represented 34
Percentage of students 25 or older 16%
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Tuition year 2024-2025
In-state tuition $10,095
Out-of-state tuition $10,095
Fees $3,047
Books and supplies $1,200
Room and board (live on campus)* $11,320
* Room and board costs may vary by housing facility and number of meals in meal plan
Undergraduate costs are for ... (Costs are for the 2024-2025 academic year.)
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Submit these forms FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
School year financial aid data is from 2023-2024
Average financial aid package awarded to freshmen $19,038
For freshmen, percentage of need* met by aid package 67%
Average amount of financial aid awarded to freshmen
Loan $3,242
Scholarship or grant $17,115
Average financial aid package awarded to undergraduates (including freshmen) $17,222
For all undergraduates, percentage of need* met by aid package 64%
Average amount of financial aid awarded to undergraduates
Loan $4,135
Scholarship or grant $14,782
* "Need" as defined for financial aid results from a formula based on a student's situation. The formula considers family and student income, family size, unusual expenses, and the school's costs.
Number of freshmen who applied for aid 856
Number of freshmen who received aid 732
Number of undergraduates who applied for aid 3,002
Number of undergraduates who received aid 2,426
Percentage of students who took out loans to pay for school 93%
Average student loan debt for last graduating class $23,288
Loans
Federal Direct Stafford loans (unsubsidized) Yes
Institution loans (from the school) Yes
Need-based scholarships and grants
Federal Pell Grants Yes
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Yes
Privately-sponsored scholarships and grants Yes
State-sponsored scholarships and grants Yes
Merit-based scholarships and grants
School-sponsored scholarships in academics Yes
School-sponsored scholarships in art Yes
School-sponsored scholarships in special achievements Yes
School-sponsored scholarships for special characteristics Yes
Student employment
Work study Yes
Non-proprietary financial aid data are from ... (Financial aid data are for the 2023-2024 academic year.)
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Admissions phone (local) 877-742-5948
Electronic application website Find more information on this website
For incoming students Moderately difficult (about 85% of all applicants accepted)
Open admissions policy applies to Test Optional
Number of male applicants 3,479
Number of male applicants accepted 2,441
Number of male applicants who enrolled 382
Number of female applicants 5,000
Number of female applicants accepted 3,915
Number of female applicants who enrolled 586
Total number of applicants 8,479
Total number of applicants accepted 6,356
Total number of applicants who enrolled 968
High school education High school diploma required and GED accepted.
Fall* application deadline Continuous
Notification date for fall admission applicants Continuous
Fall transfer application deadline Continuous
Notification date for fall transfer applicants Continuous
* Application dates for winter, spring, or summer term admission are likely to be different.
Online application available Find more information on this website
Application fee $30
Submit these items:
High school GPA (minimum) 2.0
High school GPA Required for all students
High school transcript or GED certificate Required for all students
High school GPA Very important
Difficulty of high school courses Not considered
Standardized test scores Not considered
High school class rank Not considered
Recommendations Not considered
Application essay Not considered
Character/personal qualities Not considered
Interview Not considered
Talent or ability Not considered
Extracurricular activities Not considered
Level of applicant's interest Not considered
Religious affiliation/commitment Not considered
Work experience Not considered
Related to a school graduate Not considered
First generation college student Not considered
Accepted students can defer admission for a period of time Yes
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) general Yes
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) subject Yes
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) Yes
Age limit on courses to be transferred No limit
SAT evidence-based reading and writing
Under 400 15%
400 - 499 31%
500 - 599 36%
600 - 699 17%
700 - 800 2%
SAT math
Under 400 23%
400 - 499 34%
500 - 599 32%
600 - 699 10%
700 - 800 1%
ACT score
12 - 17 32%
18 - 23 28%
24 - 29 32%
30 - 36 8%
Average GPA (on 4.0 scale) 3.38
Percentage in top 50% of their high school class 65%
Percentage in top 25% 34%
Percentage in top 10% 12%
Percentage of freshmen who returned for their sophomore year 59%
Percentage of full-time students who complete their bachelor's degree:
In four years or less 30%
Between four and five years 10%
Between five and six years 2%
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Bachelor's Yes
Master's Yes
Doctorate Yes
Other advanced degrees Yes
Academic calendar Semesters
Number of faculty on campus 515
Student faculty ratio 12:1
Required number of credits for a bachelor's degree 120 credit hours
All students must meet:
Core curriculum or school-wide requirements Yes
Internship requirement Depends on major
Math or science requirement Yes
Senior project requirement Depends on major
Evenings Yes
On-line/distance learning Yes
Part time Yes
Summer school Yes
Weekends Yes
Accelerated degree Yes
Double major Yes
Freshman honors college Yes
Graduate courses open to undergraduates Yes
Honors program Yes
Student-designed major Yes
3-2 degree programs (three-year bachelor's degree and two-year master's degree) are available Yes
Engineering Master's at University of Iowa, University of Illinois
Other Arts and sciences/clinical laboratory science; general studies/chiropractic with Palmer College of Chiropractic
Domestic exchange available Yes
At these US schools or through this program Black Hawk Community College, Scott Community College, Clinton Community College, Muscatine Community College
Study abroad available Yes
Advanced Placement Yes
External degree program (earn credits through options that require little or no classroom attendance) Yes
Independent study Yes
International Baccalaureate Yes
Internships Yes
Computers on campus for student use Yes (446)
Computer lab available to students Yes
Computer network can be accessed from dorm rooms Yes
Computer network can be accessed from off campus Yes
Online registration for classes Yes
Main library name Leslie Malpass Library
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National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Yes
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Choral groups Yes
Drama or theater groups Yes
Marching band Yes
Newspaper Yes
Radio station Yes
TV station Yes
National or local fraternities Yes
National or local sororities Yes
Number of student clubs and associations with open membership 242
Largest clubs and organizations on campus Student Government Association, Black Student Association, University Union Board, RockyTHON Dance Marathon, Inter Hall Council
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Percentage of students who live on campus 32%
School owns or operates housing Yes
Highest year that students are required to live on campus Sophomore
Housing availability for first year students Guaranteed
Housing options Co-ed
Cooperative housing (share room and board expenses; must participate in household chores to reduce living expenses) available Yes
Housing is available for students with disabilities Yes
Dorms require a key or code to enter Yes
School owns or operates housing for Married graduate students, single graduate students
Housing availability for single graduate students First come, first served
Housing availability for married graduate students First come, first served
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English as a Second Language (ESL) program Yes
Remedial education courses Yes
Health clinic Yes
Legal services Yes
Low-cost health insurance Yes
Psychological counseling Yes
Orientation Yes
Housing Yes
Services for students with learning disabilities Yes
Women's center Yes
24-hour emergency phone and alarms on campus Yes
Campus patrolled by trained security personnel Yes
Late night transport service Yes
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Had a full-time job offer within six months of graduation 75%
Was counseled by the career services office 30%
Career counseling Yes
Career interest testing Yes
Job bank Yes
Job fairs Yes
Job interviews Yes
Job interview preparation Yes
On campus recruitment by employers Yes
Résumé preparation assistance Yes
Résumé referral to employers Yes
Other career services Cover letter assistance, mock interviews, student employment assistance, major exploration
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Grad admissions contact person Mark Mossman
Grad admissions contact title Associate Provost and Director of Graduate Studies
Grad admissions contact e-mail address Email
Grad admissions contact phone (local) 309-742-5948
Grad admissions contact phone (toll free) 877-742-5948
Number of full time, male graduate students 320
Number of full time, female graduate students 384
Total number of full time graduate students 704
Number of part time, male graduate students 313
Number of part time, female graduate students 619
Total number of part time graduate students 932
Total number of male graduate students 633
Total number of female graduate students 1,003
Total number of graduate students 1,636
Number of undergraduate men 2,073
Number of undergraduate women 2,952
Total number of undergraduate students 5,025
Total number of male undergraduate and graduate students 2,706
Total number of female undergraduate and graduate students 3,955
Total enrollment 6,661
Tuition year 2022-2023
In-state tuition* $8,609
Out-of-state tuition* $8,609
Fees $4,084
* Tuition may vary by program
Graduate costs are for ... (Costs are for the 2022-2023 academic year.)
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security. If you have questions or concerns about the information displaying please contact Illinois Career Information System.