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Western Illinois University

Macomb, Illinois · Public · Founded N/A

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Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,057

Acceptance Rate

75%

Graduation Rate

46%

Annual Tuition

$14,952

At a Glance

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Total Students

4,939

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Retention Rate

59%

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Faculty Ratio

14

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Financial Aid

31%

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Median Debt

$25,251

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Western Illinois University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 75%. The university has a student population of 4,939. The graduation rate is 46.2%, and the retention rate is 58.7%. The in-state tuition cost is $14,952.

One year after graduation, alumni earn $41,243, with earnings increasing to $43,057 after five years and $54,163 after ten years. The median debt for students is $25,251, and 30.9% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$54k

10 YEARS

Top 59% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Western Illinois University alumni earn a median of $41,243. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $43,057. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $54,163. The median debt for graduates is $25,251.

The university has a 75% acceptance rate and a 46.2% graduation rate. The retention rate is 58.7%. The in-state tuition is $14,952. A total of 30.9% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Criminal Justice and Corrections.

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Graduates 291 / yr
Median Salary $40,898

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.

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Graduates 169 / yr
Median Salary $38,196

Agriculture, General.

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Graduates 94 / yr
Median Salary $48,509

Business Administration, Management and Operations.

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Graduates 80 / yr
Median Salary $45,137

Biology, General.

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Graduates 78 / yr
Median Salary $34,052

Psychology, General.

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Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $30,471

Computer and Information Sciences, General.

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Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $0

Communication and Media Studies.

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Graduates 53 / yr
Median Salary $34,142

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.

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Graduates 51 / yr
Median Salary $40,544

Criminal Justice and Corrections.

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Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $49,381

Health and Physical Education/Fitness.

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Graduates 48 / yr
Median Salary $38,630

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management.

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Graduates 48 / yr
Median Salary $28,978

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Campus Location

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Macomb, Illinois

Macomb, IL 61455

Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, Illinois. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Western Illinois University has an acceptance rate of 75%.