Western Illinois University

At a Glance Admission, Tuition, Population, and more Updated: July 13, 2024 collegetuitioncompare

Western Illinois University is a four-year, public school located in Macomb, IL. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification. Western Illinois University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission .

71% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 8,674 applied, 6,174 accepted, and 634 enrolled in Western Illinois. 266 men and 368 women first-time, full-time students enrolled. Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $14,572 for undergraduate programs and $13,683 for graduate programs. Tuition has increased by 3.46% compared to last year at Western Illinois University. Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

3,812 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,040. For freshmen, 569 students (54%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $15,620. Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 6,332 students enrolled Western Illinois in 2025. By gender, 2,569 men and 3,763 women students are enrolled. There are 4,525 undergraduate and 1,807 graduate students. More Demographics Stats

119 Major Programs

29 programs through online 44 graduate programs Bachelor's Master's Doctorate Post-graduate Certificate Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Western Illinois is 45% and the transfer-out rate is 31%. The retention rate is 61% for full-time and 61% for part-time students. Graduation Rate 45% Transfer-out Rate 31% Retention Rate 61% Students to Faculty Ratio 12 to 1 More Stats

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 519 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Western Illinois and the average faculty salary is $91,891. The studetns to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. There are 1,314 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $62,158. Number of Faculties 519 Average Faculty Salary $91,891 Number of Staffs 1,314 Average Staff Salary $62,158

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning (online classes) ROTC Study Abroad Weekend/Evening College Teacher Certificate Academic/career counseling Employment services for students Placement services On-Campus Daycare Libraries See More

Athletics

Western Illinois University is a member of The Summit League. See All Members

Macomb, IL