About
Illinois Wesleyan University is a private liberal arts college in Bloomington, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1850, the central portion of the present campus was acquired in 1854 with the first building erected in 1856.
🇺🇸 USA · Illinois
Illinois Wesleyan University
- Private
- Suburban
- 4-year degree
- Reported admit rate
- 39.3%Year unverified
- Tuition per year
- ₹54,20,252Out-of-state
- Students
- 1,582Undergraduates
- Students per teacher
- 12Student to faculty
Admissions planning estimate
39.3% baseline · Low data confidence
Sensitivity range: 13.8%–64.9%. This is a modelling range, not a statistical confidence interval or a personal admission probability.
Stored headline rate, year/definition not independently confirmed in this refresh. Retained as a prior rather than applying an unsupported inflation multiplier. Historical IPEDS 2023 comparator: 45.17%; different cohorts are not mixed.
Reviewed 2026-10-01. Recommendations also use your grades, intended course, eligibility and available entrance cutoffs.
All / All Rounds: 45.2% (2,768/6,128; 2023). Fall 2023 first-time first-year applicants; historical, not 2026. Official source
Reported admit rate
39.3%admitted
39 in 100 applications received an offer in this reported cohort. Year unverified. This is not your personal chance.
From application to first day
12.3% of students offered a place chose to enrol (the yield).
Scores of enrolled test-submitters
The middle 50% of enrolled students who submitted scores. Test-optional selection can affect these bands.
SAT composite1120-1340
4001600
ACT composite25-30
136
What a year costs
₹67,51,268
published cost of attendance, per year
- Tuition₹54,20,252
- Housing₹12,55,871
- Books & supplies₹75,146
Tuition by who is paying
Average aid awarded: ₹42,23,464 a year.
Outcomes and support
80.1%
Retention
74.7%
Graduation
70%
Get financial aid
16%
From out of state
One teacher for every 12 students
A typical ratio for a strong university.
Who studies here
As reported by the college; shares may not add up to 100.
2 programmes
- Bachelor's
- Certificate
No programme matches that.
Programmes
| Programme | Level |
|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | bachelor |
| Anthropology | bachelor |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | bachelor |
| Biology, General | bachelor |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | bachelor |
| Business/Commerce, General | bachelor |
| Chemistry | bachelor |
| Classical and Ancient Studies | bachelor |
| Computer Science | bachelor |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | bachelor |
| Economics | bachelor |
| Education, General | bachelor |
| English Language and Literature, General | bachelor |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | bachelor |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | bachelor |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | bachelor |
| Fine and Studio Arts | bachelor |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | bachelor |
| History | bachelor |
| International Business | bachelor |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | bachelor |
| International/Globalization Studies | bachelor |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | bachelor |
| Literature | bachelor |
| Marketing | bachelor |
| Mathematics | bachelor |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | bachelor |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | bachelor |
| Music | bachelor |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | bachelor |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | bachelor |
| Philosophy | bachelor |
| Physics | bachelor |
| Political Science and Government | bachelor |
| Psychology, General | bachelor |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | bachelor |
| Religion/Religious Studies | bachelor |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | bachelor |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | bachelor |
| Sociology | bachelor |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | bachelor |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | bachelor |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | bachelor |
Every detail
Admissions & Requirements
Acceptance Rate39.31%
Total Applicants9558
Admitted Applicants3757
Enrolled Applicants461
Fee Waiver AvailableYes
SAT/ACT RequirementConsidered if submitted
GPA RequirementRequired
Class Rank RequirementRequired
Recommendations RequiredConsidered if submitted
AP Credit AwardedYes
AP Placement AwardedYes
Deadlines
Test Scores
SAT Composite 25th %1120
SAT Composite 75th %1340
ACT Composite 25th %25
ACT Composite 75th %30
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition₹54,20,252
Out-of-State Tuition₹54,20,252
Average Housing Cost₹12,55,871
Books & Supplies₹75,146
Average Net Price₹26,48,788
Students Receiving Aid70%
Average Aid Awarded₹42,23,464
Out-of-State Students16%
Student Body Diversity
African American8.34%
Asian5.5%
Hispanic11.69%
White63.91%
Multiracial2.78%
Native American0.19%
Pacific Islander0.06%
International5.18%
Unknown Race2.34%
Academics & Rankings
School TypePrivate
School SettingSuburban
Years4
Graduation Rate74.7%
Retention Rate80.05%
Student/Faculty Ratio12:1
Total Undergraduates1582
Contact
Street Address1312 Park St
ZIP Code61701
Phone(309) 556-3031
Websitehttps://www.iwu.edu
Apply (official portal)https://www.commonapp.org/