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General Information About Illinois Wesleyan University Illinois Wesleyan University, an independent, residential, liberal arts university founded in 1850, strives to attain the ideal of a liberal education while providing unique opportunities with its distinctive curricula and programs. A liberal education at Illinois Wesleyan fosters creativity, critical thinking, effective communication, strength of character and a spirit of inquiry; it deepens the specialized knowledge of a discipline with a comprehensive world view. It affords the greatest possibilities for realizing individual potential while preparing students for democratic citizenship and life in a global society. As the University pursues this ideal for all its students, it helps students to follow a wide range of career and life paths, offering diverse curricula in liberal arts, fine arts and professional programs as well as opportunities for interdisciplinary study and off-campus learning. The University through its policies, programs and practices is committed to diversity, social justice and environmental sustainability. A tightly knit, supportive university community, together with a variety of opportunities for close interaction with excellent faculty, both challenges and supports students in their personal and intellectual development.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, 2009-2010.Institution Type - 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army)
- Teacher certification
- Study abroad
Student Services - Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Advanced placement (AP) credits
- The acceptance of credits for work experience or military experience are subject to review by the school and cannot be guaranteed.
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting - City: Small
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 3,321 Percent Admitted 54% Men Admitted 52% Women Admitted 55% Full Time Retention Rate 93% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 550 690 Math 590 710 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 26 30 English 25 32 Math 25 30
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Student Demographics Total Enrolled 2,143 Native American 8.0 Asian 96.0 African American 120.0 Hispanic 61.0 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 2,088 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 0