Indiana Wesleyan University

Overview

Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU), located in the small city of Marion, approximately 60 miles northeast of Indianapolis, Indiana, is a private, evangelical Christian liberal arts university. Established in 1920 as Marion College, it adopted its current name in 1988 as part of its transformation into a comprehensive university. IWU offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, with a strong emphasis on liberal arts and professional education. The university is known for its popular majors in Nursing, Education, Business, and Theology/Ministerial Studies. Featuring a moderately selective admissions process, IWU attracts students seeking a faith-integrated curriculum within a close-knit campus environment. Occupying over 350 acres, the campus is characterized by a blend of modern and traditional architecture, with facilities that support both academic and spiritual life, including the 3,800-seat Chapel Auditorium. Additionally, the university provides on-campus housing options to foster an inclusive residential experience. Indiana Wesleyan's athletics, the Wildcats, compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with the university particularly recognized for its strong basketball program.

In the most recent statistical year 3,946 prospective students applied, and 3,422 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 580 enrolled in the school.  2,250 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 353 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $29,684 plus fees of $0. IWU is ranked 299 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.