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| Location | Bloomington, Illinois |
| Online | iwu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Illinois Wesleyan University, located in Bloomington, Illinois, is a private liberal arts college established in 1850. The campus is situated in a suburban environment approximately 135 miles southwest of Chicago. The university captures a blend of traditional and modern architecture across a 85-acre campus, offering a range of undergraduate degrees across various disciplines with notable programs in nursing, music, and fine arts. The institution provides on-campus living options in residence halls and apartments, accommodating a significant portion of its student body. Admissions at Illinois Wesleyan University are moderately selective. While the university competes in Division III athletics, it is particularly recognized for its strong programs in basketball and soccer, where its teams, known as the Titans, have achieved recognition.
In the most recent statistical year 4,408 prospective students applied, and 1,861 were granted admission. Of those admitted 382 enrolled in the school. 1,518 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 9 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $53,610 plus fees of $204. IWU is ranked 144 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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IWU is rated within the top 25% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Illinois Wesleyan University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#144 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#113 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#112 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1120/1330 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.86 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $204 |
| Room and Board | $12,418 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,700 |
| Total One Year Cost | $68,732 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 13% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=145646 IPEDS survey data for Illinois Wesleyan University.
Current students may use the Illinois Wesleyan University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.