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No matter where you come from... no matter what you want to do... we believe in where your potential will take you.

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ACADEMICS.

Through personal mentorship and active learning, you'll explore your talents in a place where you belong.

AFFORDABILITY.

  • $10 million in scholarships awarded each year
  • Scholarships available: see how you can qualify for up to $10k for 4 years or a full ride
  • Stack your scholarships to minimize debt: Western Commitment scholarships, departmental scholarships and financial aid
  • Your tuition, fees, room and meal plan costs will stay the same for all four years
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PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCES.

  • More than just a number with a 13:1 student to faculty ratio
  • Professors lead with passion through a student-centered approach; 96.3% of classes are taught by full-time faculty
I really love the leadership opportunities and the people that I met. It's really been a family experience.

— Mariah Dickson
Biology Major

OPPORTUNITIES.

  • 250+ student activities to get involved in
  • Large enough to provide countless opportunities, small enough for you to get involved
  • Real-world experience can start in your first year at WIU
  • Study abroad in more than 60 countries for a comparable cost to studying on WIU's campuses
I learned how to conduct myself professionally before even leaving school. At Western, I was able to work at a variety of places on campus to get experience for my resumé.

— Erika Davis
Communications Coordinator

LOCATION.

Western offers students two campuses, a traditional residential campus in Macomb and an urban campus in the Quad Cities, both just hours away from the third largest city in the U.S., Chicago.

Get to know your new friends in our safe Living-Learning Communities. Focus on your college experience and future career connections.

Travel by train to Macomb and go anywhere upon arrival with our free GoWest bus transportation. Macomb Amtrak offers twice daily service to Chicago. Bring your car or take advantage of car free college living.

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