Western Illinois University admissions
Macomb, IL
Western Illinois University acceptance rate
71.2%
6,174 of 8,674 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Moderately selective. With a rate like this, Western Illinois University is often a target for students with solid grades and test scores.
Key numbers
- Yield: 10% of admitted students enrolled (634 of 6,174).
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Common questions about Western Illinois University
What is the acceptance rate at Western Illinois University?
Western Illinois University admitted 71.2% of applicants (6,174 of 8,674) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Western Illinois University?
634 of the 6,174 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 10%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Western Illinois University?
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