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Western Illinois University

country rank  398
world rank  1130

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University Overview

Established in 1899, Western Illinois University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium-sized town of Macomb (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Moline. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Western Illinois University (WIU) is a medium-sized (EduListing enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Western Illinois University (WIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 121 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

University Identity

Name
Acronym WIU
Founded 1899
Motto Higher Values in Higher Education
Colours Purple and gold

University Location

Address 1 University Circle
Macomb (population range: 10,000-49,999)
61455 Illinois
United States
T +1 (309) 298 1414
F +1 (309) 298 3111
Other locations Moline

Study Areas and Degree Levels

EduListing Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix™
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
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A&H
B&S
L&C
M&H
Eng
S&T

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Important: please contact or visit the official website of Western Illinois University for detailed information on areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above EduListing Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix™ is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.

Yearly Tuition Range

EduListing Tuition Range Matrix™
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-10,000 US$
(5,500-7,400 Euro)		 7,500-10,000 US$
(5,500-7,400 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-15,000 US$
(9,200-11,000 Euro)		 10,000-12,500 US$
(7,400-9,200 Euro)

Important: the above EduListing Tuition Range Matrix™ does not include room, board or other external costs; tuition may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the appropriate Western Illinois University's office for detailed information on yearly tuitions which apply to your specific situation and study interest; the above EduListing Tuition Range Matrix™ is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.

University Admissions

Gender Men and Women (coed)
International Students Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
Selection Type Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades
Admission Rate 60-70%
Admission Office 1 University Circle, Sherman Hall 1155
Macomb 61455-1390
+1 (309) 298 3157
877 742 5948

Important: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the Western Illinois University's Admission Office for detailed information on a specific admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above University admission information is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment 9,000-9,999
Academic Staff 700-799
Control Type Public
Entity Type Non-Profit
Academic Calendar Semesters
Campus Setting Rural
Religious Affiliation None

Facilities and Services

Library Yes Go to Western Illinois University's Library
Housing Yes
Sport Facilities Yes
Financial Aids Yes
Study Abroad Yes
Distance Learning Yes

Important: please contact or visit the official website of Western Illinois University for detailed information on facilities and services provided, including the type of scholarships and other financial aids offered to local or international students; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Accreditations

Institutional Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission


Other Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education CCNE
  • Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council MPCAC
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business AACSB International
  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology ABET
  • Association of Technology-Management and Applied Engineering ATMAE
  • Accrediting Council for Collegiate Graphic Communications ACCGC
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling Related Educational Programs CACREP
  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics ACEND
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education CAATE
  • Council on Accreditation of Parks-Recreation-Tourism and Related Professions COAPRT
  • Council on Social Work Education CSWE
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design NASAD
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association ASHA
  • National Association of Schools of Music NASM
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre NAST
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation CEA

Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially accredit, charter, license or, more generally, recognize Western Illinois University as a whole (Institutional Accreditation or Recognition) or its specific programs/courses (Programmatic Accreditation). Memberships and affiliations to organizations which do not imply any formal, extensive and/or legal process of accreditation or recognition are included in the specific Memberships and Affiliations section below. Please report errors and additions taking into consideration the above criteria.

Memberships and Affiliations

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

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Online Courses

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Site last updated: Monday, 18 May 2020

This University profile has been officially reviewed and updated by Western Illinois University's representatives.
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