Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001780
- Phone: (773) 252-6464
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
56.66%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
52FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,617Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Western Illinois University
1431 N. Claremont, Chicago, IL
Western Illinois University provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Macomb, IL and publically funded. Around thirteen thousand students enroll at Western Illinois University per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Security And Protective Services
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Education
- Communications And Journalism
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most students at Western Illinois University scored in a range of 18 - 23 on the ACT. 66% of applicants are accepted to Western Illinois University, of which 31% choose to enroll.
Tuition & fees at WIU are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $11,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 for the year. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs around $5,700 per year. Some students at Western Illinois University may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for Western Illinois University is the "Leathernecks", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, tuition information, programs, and much more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.wiu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Western Illinois University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Western Illinois University is around 8,500 students, with undergraduate students making up about 79% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,800. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $8,600-$10,000 per year
- Part time students pay in the range of $290 to $350 per unit
- Some programs may have tuition rates locked at the first year rate for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $9,816 |
Receiving Student Loans | 76% | $7,077 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Western Illinois University may provide services to students like:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- English Language Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Western Illinois University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (The Summit League)
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Track and Field (The Summit League)
- Football (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Western Illinois University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B, C)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Construction Management (B)
- Finance (B)
- Human Resources (B)
- Fashion Merchandising (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (B)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Healthcare Administration (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Dietetics (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Museum Studies (M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
- Statistics (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- School Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Parks and Recreation Management (B, C, M)
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, M)
- Sports Management (M)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, M)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Economics (B, M)
- Anthropology (B)
- Geography (B, C, M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (C, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Western Illinois University.
- University of Illinois at Springfield in Chicago, IL (76 miles away)
- Illinois State University in Chicago, IL (88 miles away)
- Truman State University in Neosho, MO (102 miles away)
- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in Carbondale, IL (122 miles away)
- University of Missouri - St Louis in Rolla, MO (128 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001780
- Phone: (773) 252-6464
- School Homepage