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Colleges / Illinois Wesleyan University

Illinois Wesleyan University

Bloomington, IL • 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate45%
Acceptance Rate45%
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Illinois Wesleyan University is a liberal arts university in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, highlighting small classes and superb faculty.

Bloomington-Normal has been ranked #3 of "Best Small College Towns," as well as #3 of "Best Job Destinations for College Grads."

Currently, 27% of the IWU community consists of students of color and international students, creating an inclusive campus.

We're a trailblazer for LGBT inclusion, with gender-neutral restrooms as well as Rainbow Hall, a residence exclusively for LGBTQ+ students.

About half of students study abroad. We let you apply tuition and scholarship aid toward studying abroad, so every student can afford to go.

8 in 10 students volunteer in the community and across the US. Our liberal arts approach encourages students to be engaged global citizens.

IWU's goal is to teach critical thinking and creativity, enabling you for success in meeting the challenges of a constantly changing world.

Illinois Wesleyan is a residential environment, with more than 75% of students living on campus. Housing choices are abundant and diverse.

IWU has 10 Greek Fraternity/Sorority chapters, each founded on the principles of scholarship, service, leadership and community.

The Diversity & Inclusion Visit Program lets prospective students stay overnight in a residence hall, observe classes, and tour the campus.

About Illinois Wesleyan University

Illinois Wesleyan University is a private, nonprofit school in the suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. Illinois Wesleyan University was founded in 1850. The college currently enrolls around 1,653 students a year, including 1,653 undergrads.

Illinois Wesleyan University Acceptance Rate

It is very difficult to get into Illinois Wesleyan University. Around 45% of applicants get into Illinois Wesleyan University each year. Out of 4,543 applications received in 2022, 2,055 students were offered admission.

Illinois Wesleyan University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 45%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate 79%
Average GPA 3.9
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting ACT scores 79%
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 33%

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

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Illinois Wesleyan University is locatedin the town of Bloomington, Illinois,.

If you would like to see Illinois Wesleyan University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 39/55/74 to Bloomington, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Central Illinois Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Illinois Wesleyan University and Bloomington are like without leaving home.

College Info

PO Box 2900 Bloomington, IL 61702-2900

Campus Setting: Suburban

Illinois Wesleyan University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Jun 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Illinois Wesleyan University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Illinois Wesleyan University is Jun 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Illinois Wesleyan University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1130 - 1320

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Math SAT Range

530 - 640

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Reading SAT Range

580 - 670

Illinois Wesleyan University Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$67,032

In State

$67,032

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$53,610
$53,610
Fees
$204
$204
Housing
$12,418
$12,418
Books
$800
$800
Total (Before Financial Aid):
$67,032
$67,032

Student Life

Wondering what life at Illinois Wesleyan University is like? There are approximately 1,653 students enrolled at Illinois Wesleyan University. 100% percent of students attend school full-time, 81% percent are from IL and 19% percent of students are from other states.

100%

Full Time

0.48%

Part Time

81%

In State

19%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,653

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

45%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$53,814

Out-of-State

$53,814

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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