- AcademicsB+
- ValueA-
- DiversityB+
- CampusB-
- AthleticsB
- Party SceneA
- ProfessorsA
- LocationC+
- DormsC
- Campus FoodB
- Student LifeB-
- SafetyC+
Western Illinois University is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Missouri Valley Conference
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
Acceptance Rate
59%
SAT Range
—
ACT Range
18-23
Application Fee
$30
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$16,463/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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- Flexible repayment options, and strong borrower protections
Academics
Professors
A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
- 81%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.124 responses
- 68%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.135 responses
- 67%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.135 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
385 GraduatesLiberal Arts and Humanities
249 GraduatesAgricultural Business
108 GraduatesCommunications
87 GraduatesPsychology
84 GraduatesBusiness Administration and Management
81 GraduatesKinesiology and Exercise Science
79 GraduatesBiology
73 GraduatesParks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
73 GraduatesElementary Education
65 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
7,482Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
50%
Varsity Athletes
5%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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Poll
- 45%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.130 responses
Poll
- 45%
- of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.155 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$41,500/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
53%
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
Western Illinois University Reviews
1,608 reviews
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Western Illinois is a school of excellence in terms of campus life and social environment. However, this school is strictly set on teaching yourself how to learn. If your are innovative and interested in a certain major that they provide then I give this 5 stars. If you are majoring in a subject that they really don't provide but give a few classes for, then you are going to struggle because they try to put you in a major that is "close enough" to the major you want and your abilities will be challenged in learning things all over from the start. I give this college 3.5 stars over all because when you are social and get the hang of things, you're time here will be amazing! The people here are spectacular and they make networking here a breeze. There isn't anything you can't do here if you really put your mind to it, but that is with anything and any college you attend.
I transferred to WIU from a community college my junior year. The transition went smooth due to friendly/helpful staff and the opportunity to meet with other transfer students.
The campus is easy to navigate and there are plenty of activities/clubs to help students have fun while gaining an education.
The professors genuinely care about the students’ education and do everything they can to help them succeed.
WIU is also a big supporter of our military, which is always a plus in my book.
If students need a break from campus, the square downtown is only a few minutes away. It has restaurants and shops unique only to Macomb. There are also popular bars, such as The Change of Pace,The Ritz, and The Forum.
If you are looking for something involving the outdoors, Spring Lake is the place to be. Only 15 minutes from campus, it provides beautiful scenery, places to fish, and several hiking trails to explore.
Overall, WIU is a great school to attend.
The campus is easy to navigate and there are plenty of activities/clubs to help students have fun while gaining an education.
The professors genuinely care about the students’ education and do everything they can to help them succeed.
WIU is also a big supporter of our military, which is always a plus in my book.
If students need a break from campus, the square downtown is only a few minutes away. It has restaurants and shops unique only to Macomb. There are also popular bars, such as The Change of Pace,The Ritz, and The Forum.
If you are looking for something involving the outdoors, Spring Lake is the place to be. Only 15 minutes from campus, it provides beautiful scenery, places to fish, and several hiking trails to explore.
Overall, WIU is a great school to attend.
What I like about Western Illinois is all the campus buildings are all close together. When I was looking at different colleges, for example University of Iowa, I did not like that the campus buildings were not walking distances. With the buildings being so close together I am able to go to the food court, gym, or library and not worry about being late to my next class. Also I recommend trying Dividends in Stipes building. Their coffee and walking tacos are amazing! The professors their are very helpful. They have helped me whenever I come to their office for help, even if it takes an hour or two, and they also provide tutors on campus.