IWU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 39.31%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1240. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $57,704
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at IWU:
- Total Enrollment: 1,582
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 50.4% men, 49.6% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 75%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 80%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 48 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's.
IWU Overview
Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Bloomington, IL. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Diverse Fields by Carnegie Classification
The IWU's tuition & fees is $57,704 for the academic year 2024-2025. 100% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $38,601.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,582 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
IWU's acceptance rate is 39.31% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.27%. The median SAT score is 1240 and the ACT score is 29.
IWU ranked 37th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 9th in Illinois Colleges rankings. Illinois Wesleyan University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Illinois Wesleyan University is $57,704.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $59,776 based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Illinois Wesleyan University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate 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 IWU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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