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About Illinois Wesleyan University

liberal arts collegesmall class sizeshealth sciences focusselective private college

Illinois Wesleyan University is a private liberal arts college in Bloomington, IL, known for its liberal arts college, small class sizes, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 42%, IWU is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 382 students each year. IWU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1110–1300, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. IWU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $40,820 per year; the sticker price of $67,124 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Illinois Wesleyan University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

42%
Overall Accept Rate
1205
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1110 – 1300 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Illinois Wesleyan University

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Essay Strategy
IWU takes its liberal arts identity seriously, so use your essays to show how you plan to explore multiple disciplines rather than staying locked into one track. Reference specific programs like the School of Theatre Arts or the interdisciplinary honors program if they connect to your interests.
Demonstrated Interest
Illinois Wesleyan tracks demonstrated interest, so visiting campus in Bloomington and attending an information session or interview will put your name in front of admissions staff before they read your file.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Illinois Wesleyan University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$67k/yr$17.7k
30k-48k~$67k/yr$19.1k
48k-75k~$67k/yr$23.2k
75k-110k~$67k/yr$27.4k
110k+~$67k/yr$37.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

83%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$56k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,841
Undergrad Enrollment
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