Applying to ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app Illinois University (ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app) is the first step in building your future. On campus or online, you benefit from our rigorous academic programs, student-centered approach, and personalized education.
Explore your admissions pathway, learn about application requirements, and unleash your full potential at ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app.
Discover What Makes ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app Different
Learn beyond boundaries at ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app. Our community-oriented learning environment fosters opportunities for growth both on campus and long into your professional life. Make the most of your college experience through our:
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Cost Guarantee: ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app’s competitive tuition rates remain at a fixed rate for four years.
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Robust Academic Programs: Choose from over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs tailored to industry demands.
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Flexible Learning Format: Study on campus in Macomb or Quad Cities, online, or in a hybrid learning program.
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Uplifting Community: Our personalized attention and resources help you thrive.
Explore Your Path to Becoming a Leatherneck
Many roads can lead you to ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app, so we offer many ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app Illinois University admissions pathways that align with your unique experiences. Follow your tailor-made path based on whether you are graduating high school, transferring from community college, returning to college to advance your career, or joining ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app as an international student.
Applying as a Freshman
If you are about to graduate or have not taken college classes after completing high school, apply as a freshman. Check out our admission requirements and scholarship opportunities.
Transferring to ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app
Apply as a transfer student if you have completed at least 24 semester hours at another institution. ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app’s credit transfer process provides a seamless transition with ample support as you adjust to the Leatherneck life.
Graduate Admissions
Elevate your career and deepen your expertise in advanced study at ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app. Each of ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app’s 35+ graduate programs carries specific admissions requirements in addition to our standard Graduate Studies application.
International Applicants
ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app’s global community welcomes you! Learn about admission requirements and English proficiency requirements for international students.
12:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
$19K
Average Finanacial Aid Award
Top
Public University in the Midwest
Scholarships and Financial Aid
At ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app, we knock down barriers between you and your goals. That includes reducing the financial commitment associated with your education. Our pioneering
ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app Way
program covers all tuition costs and mandatory fees for eligible students, and we also offer hundreds more merit-based, local, and departmental
scholarships. Use our handy
Net Price Calculator
to find out your cost, including additional financial aid opportunities like grants, work-study, and loans.
Tuition: No Such Thing as State Lines
Join a community without divisions: at ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app, out-of-state students pay in-state tuition!
Already Admitted?
Congratulations! Once you receive your acceptance information, you can commit to ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app for FREE to secure your place in the incoming class.
Your Potential Unleashed
Try new things, find your people, make a difference. Do college on your own terms at ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app Illinois University
See ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app for Yourself
Experience Leatherneck life firsthand on a campus visit! Our tour takes you through immersive academic buildings, interactive student areas, comfortable residence halls, and lively green spaces—all the environments that make ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app a supportive and engaging community.
If a trip to campus isn’t in the cards right now, take a virtual tour to get ready for your first days at ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app!
Questions about Your Application?
We’re Here to Help
The ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app Illinois University admissions team is standing at the ready to help you determine your eligibility, navigate the application process, understand tuition and financial aid, identify ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app application deadlines, and answer any other questions you come up with. Email us at admissions@wiu.edu or call (309) 298-3157 to start the conversation!
FAQs
Yes! We do not require ACT or SAT scores for undergraduate ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app admissions.
Some ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app graduate programs require GRE or GMAT scores.
Freshmen: Rolling admission. Recommend to apply by August 1 for fall admission and November 1 for spring admission.
Transfer students: Recommend to apply by August 1 for fall semester and December 1 for spring semester.
International students: April 1 for fall semester and October 1 for spring semester.
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