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Western Illinois University

#6 in Top Public Universities in Illinois
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Macomb, IL
  • 1,647 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      B-
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      A
    7. Professors
      A-
    8. Location
      C+
    9. Dorms
      C+
    10. Campus Food
      B
    11. Student Life
      B
    12. Safety
      B-
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    About Western Illinois University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Missouri Valley Conference
    Address
    1 University Circle
    Macomb, IL 61455
    Website
    wiu.edu
    From Western Illinois University

    WIU is a highly-ranked public university located in western Illinois, with two campuses: the traditional, residential main campus in Macomb, Illinois and a non-residential, metropolitan campus in Moline, Illinois. WIU offers 66 undergraduate majors and 38 graduate degrees that are known for innovative teaching, student-driven research, hands-on learning opportunities and career success after graduation. Western is committed to providing an affordable education through scholarship and cost-guarantee programs, and you'll have access to global and interdisciplinary opportunities led by award-winning faculty and staff. You'll also experience personal attention through small class sizes and a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1.

    With over 250 student organizations, you will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your leadership skills and get involved with others who share your interests.

    Western Illinois University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    60%
    SAT Range
    —
    ACT Range
    18-23
    Application Fee
    $30
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    No

    Cost

    Net Price
    $15,605/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $9,239/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    90%

    Academics

    Professors
    A-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    14:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    81%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.124 responses
    69%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.140 responses
    67%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.140 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
      366 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      211 Graduates
    • Communications
      96 Graduates
    • Biology
      86 Graduates
    • Psychology
      77 Graduates
    • Social Work and Youth Services
      74 Graduates
    • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
      69 Graduates
    • Business
      62 Graduates
    • Accounting
      60 Graduates
    • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
      54 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    6,668Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    931
    Undergrads Over 25
    8%
    Pell Grant
    54%
    Varsity Athletes
    6%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 84 responses
    Report
    • It varies depending on the person
      32%
    • Average
      20%
    • Kind
      13%
    • Accepting
      8%
    • Polite
      8%
    • Courteous
      7%
    • Obnoxious
      6%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    45%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.135 responses
    Poll
    44%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.160 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 87 responses
    Report
    • Leatherneck Spirit
      29%
    • Middle of no place.
      28%
    • Average
      14%
    • Neck Nation For Life, Stay Humble Hustle Hard
      9%
    • NECK UP
      7%
    • Riverfront Campus in Quad Cities Metropolitan Area
      7%
    • Disappointing
      6%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $43,200/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      50%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      95%
      National
      83%
      84%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.75 responses
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      Western is a great Mid-sized university that offers multiple programs of study. I study on the Quad Cities campus. The atmosphere there is nice and the smaller campus size is definitely nice. I will say that I haven't had the best of luck with their academic advisors, and that I have had issues with staying on track. However, buy and large this is a great education at a cheaper cost than most universities. Check it out!
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      Wonderful University! The Staff is beyond excellent, the students are welcoming as well as helpful. There are over 200 organizations on campus, and the student life is awesome as well! Academics are taken very seriously, and with small class sizes, more specialized attention is given to students.
      It's peaceful, with challenges and experiences. I love my organizations such as Cultural Expression, which is a poetic group. I'm also in BMAN (Black Male Achievement Network). Those are my main ones that I'm currently in and as far as being here on campus, it;'s much to unconventional and get into to learn, acquire skills, and be around my true friends who's willing to help build each other up into better people of tomorrow!