Western Illinois University is a public university located in Macomb, Illinois. Established in 1902, WIU offers approximately 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, and law. WIU is a nationally recognized university with a long tradition of providing an exemplary education. WIU is also a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges, and its campuses in Macomb and Moline, Illinois, offer a comprehensive learning experience. WIU offers an array of social and recreational opportunities, athletics, student activities, and an academically enriching environment. WIU also provides the perfect place for students to learn the skills and knowledge needed to achieve their educational and personal goals.
- Address: 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 00006-1455
- Phone: (309) 295-1414
- Website: www.wiu.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 7,490
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 13 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $30
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $13,314 | $13,314 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Room & Board | $9,800 | $9,800 |
| Other | $4,030 | $4,030 |
| Total Cost | $28,344 | $28,344 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 67%
- SAT Range: 880 – 1090
- ACT Range: 18 – 24
Majors
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
- Agriculture, General
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Psychology, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 85%
- Part-time: 15%
Student Gender
- Male: 44%
- Female: 56%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 19%
- Hispanic / Latino: 11%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 60%
- Two or More Races: 3%
- Unknown: 2%
- Non-resident Alien: 3%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 90%
- 25 and Over: 10%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 91%
- Out-of-State: 9%
- Unknown: 0%