Western Illinois University College Portrait
Western Illinois University1 University Circle Macomb, IL 61455-1390
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- Students
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- Admissions
See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at WIU. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.
- College Costs & Financial Aid
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- Classes and Campus Life
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- Student Experiences
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- Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
See which majors are most popular at WIU and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.
- Student Success & Progress
Discover how many students who start at WIU finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.
- Student Learning Outcomes
Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at WIU.
- A Best in the Midwest College
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010
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| Total Students | 12,585 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 10,474 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 4,979 | 48% |
| Men | 5,491 | 52% |
| Gender Not Reported | 10474 | 100% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 25 | <1% |
| Asian | 94 | 1% |
| African American / Black | 1,145 | 11% |
| Hispanic | 606 | 6% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 21 | <1% |
| White | 7,833 | 75% |
| Two or More Races | 160 | 2% |
| International | 126 | 1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 464 | 4% |
| Where do WIU undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 93% |
| Other US States & Territories | 6% |
| Other Countries | 1% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are WIU undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 22 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 12% |