Western Illinois University

Western Illinois University is a four-years, public school located in Macomb, IL. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Western Illinois's 2024 tuition & fees is $14,085 for Illinois residents and $14,085 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,341.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 7,643 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Western Illinois ranked 43rd in Illinois Colleges rankings. Western Illinois University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Western Illinois University is $14,085 for in-state students and $14,085 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $13,290 for in-state students and $13,290 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,522 for Illinois residents and $14,522 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,915 for Illinois residents and $13,915 for out-of-state students.
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$14,085$14,085
Graduate$13,290$13,290
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$14,522$14,522
Graduate$13,915$13,915
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Western Illinois University is 75.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.00%. The average graduation rate is 47%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 7,643 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
2024 Western Illinois Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »75.00% Acceptance Rate / 15.00% Yield
Graduation Rate »47%
Transfer-out Rate30%
Retention Rate67%(full-time), 29% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »7,643 (5,309 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,341

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
Western Illinois Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Western Illinois University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Western Illinois
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Western Illinois University Directory Information

Address1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455
Phone309-298-1414
WEBSchool's Website
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Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree
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