Western Illinois University

Western Illinois University is a mid-size public master's university (large program) located in Macomb, Illinois, with an undergraduate enrollment of 4,410. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Illinois postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 71% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 71% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $12,062 per year. Families earning under $30,000 average $6,941/year — substantially lower. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $159,820. The 4-year graduation rate is 45%, near the national average. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $54,163.