Western Illinois University

The Western Illinois University tuition fee varies for different courses & specialisations.

Given below are the tuition fee of some popular courses at WIU:

The WIU has an acceptance rate of around 57%, suggesting the institute is somewhat selective at granting admissions to students.
Prospective students must maintain a solid academic track record & preferably should be active in other non-academic activities over school/college studies to have a chance of securing a seat the institute.

The Western Illinois University ranks among the best higher educational institutions in the region.

A major university ranking platform ranks it #440 as part of its the latest UG Business Rankings 2025, while the same source ranks it #57 as part of its the latest rankings of the “Regional Universities in Midwest” category.

It attains a rank of #16 for the “Top Public Schools” category & #55 for “Best Value Schools”.

The Western Illinois University can be a great choice for international students, for a number of factors, mentioned below:

·      World Class facilities

·      Number of dining facilities

·      A competitive athletics programme

·      International student scholarships

·      Internet-equipped classes & laboratories

·      Weekly student events

·      Proven employment record 

·      Diverse student community

WIU is known for offering a plethora of undergraduate & postgraduate degree programs across a range of fields.

Another unique aspect of the institute's is it Cost Guarantee programs, where tuition fees freezes over four years of continuous enrolment. 

Students can also choose from over 150 student clubs & organizations to be a part of, learn & have fun over the duration of their studies.

 Eastern Illinois University or Illinois State University are renowned institutions offering unique campus cultures and various academic programs. While they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. The below table compares the rankings, fees and acceptance rate of Eastern Illinois University or Illinois State University. Overall this information could be useful for students who are considering them.

Here is the comparison highlighting the differences between the Universities:

The cost of living on campus of Western Illinois University will vary from individual to individual and depend on the type of accommodation they live in. The cost of living will also depend on an individual's lifestyel. The rates of rooms at Western Illinois University are given below. 

Residence Hall & Food Rates

Graduate & Family Housing Rates

Yes, Western Illinois University have residence halls/dorm for international students. Infact, all WIU undergraduate students must live on-campus (in the residence halls/dorms) for their first four semesters, or until they have completed 60 credit hours. International students may be exempt from this criteria if they are married or are 24 years old or older. A list of residence halls and housing accommodation is given below.