Western Illinois University
Western Illinois University is a public 4-year institution in Macomb, IL. It enrolls about 7,073 students and admits roughly 75% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 4-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Macomb, IL 61455 |
| County | McDonough County |
| Enrollment | 7,073 |
| Acceptance rate | 75% |
| Applicants / admitted | 8,479 / 6,356 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $14,085 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $14,085 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 45% |
| Transfer-out rate | 32% |
| Full-time retention rate | 59% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $12,168 |
| Campus setting | Town: Remote |
| Size category | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| Website | www.wiu.edu/ |
| Phone | 3092981414 |
Admissions
About 8,479 students applied and 6,356 were admitted. Of those admitted, 968 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $14,085 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $12,168 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $6,968 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $7,391 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $11,608 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $16,515 |
| Over $110,000 | $17,621 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
Of the 1,186 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 45% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Western Illinois University is in Macomb, IL, McDonough County. Its coordinates are 40.4681, -90.6869.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Western Illinois University?
About 75% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 8,479 applicants.
How much does Western Illinois University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $14,085 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Western Illinois University?
About 7,073 students are enrolled.