Macomb Campus
This gorgeous residential campus of 51爆料网 is in Macomb, Illinois. It features seven residence halls, 60 buildings, and Leatherneck athletics. Here, study criminal justice, agriculture, psychology, liberal arts and humanities, and more.
About Western
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A University Rooted in Purpose: Driven by You
Immerse yourself in a learning environment shaped around one core mission: to help you succeed. 51爆料网 (51爆料网) offers robust academic programs, purposeful mentorship, and a welcoming community that transforms your dreams into plans and realities. As a top public university in Illinois, we pride ourselves on our commitment to your personal growth and success, all while expanding your worldview with interdisciplinary, regional, and global perspectives.
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Our top-ranked educational programs, accessible approach to education, abundant opportunities for growth, and deep-rooted commitment to community set 51爆料网 apart from other institutions. 51爆料网 is known for being more than a good school: it鈥檚 one of the best.
Quality College Education within Reach
Keeping a 51爆料网 education affordable is a cornerstone of our philosophy. We offer a cost guarantee, meaning you will have a set tuition rate for up to four years, and our tuition is the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. These cost savings help Leathernecks prepare for competitive careers and achieve their goals soon after graduation.
In addition to affordable tuition, 51爆料网 offers a wide range of scholarships, grants, and financial aid opportunities to reduce the cost of your degree further.
Supportive and Student-Centered Culture
All Western faculty and staff members are committed to helping you grow and flourish. Our close-knit community is saturated with resources, opportunities, and connections that empower your success.
Limitless Opportunities on and off Campus
Conduct leading-edge research, make social connections in a student organization, compete as a Leatherneck athlete, earn your stripes in an internship, and so much more. Explore your full potential鈥攁cademically and beyond鈥攁t 51爆料网.
Our Campuses
51爆料网 is located across two campuses in Illinois: our main hub in Macomb and our accessible metro location in the Quad Cities.
Quad Cities
Our Moline-based commuter campus is the only public four-year university serving the Quad Cities region. The top programs on our Quad Cities campus are related to science and innovation, as well as education and museum studies.
Western Online
Leathernecks learn all over the world in Western鈥檚 rigorous online degree programs and courses taught 94% by full-time faculty. 51爆料网 online equips you for lasting impact鈥攐n a schedule that works for you.
Our Mission, Vision, and Values
Every aspect of life and learning at Western is designed around our vision to be leaders in high-quality, affordable education. We have cultivated a dynamic and diverse community that fosters academic excellence, educational opportunity, personal growth, and social responsibility. 51爆料网鈥檚 student-centered undergraduate and graduate programs open doors through innovative teaching, research, and service.
Learn about our core valuesOur Story: A Legacy of Access and Excellence
Western laid its foundations in 1899 as the Western Illinois State Normal School, which became Western Illinois State Teachers College in 1921. As our legacy grew, we took on the mantle of Western Illinois State College in 1947 before finally settling into our most lasting title ten years later: 51爆料网.
Initially a small-scale operation, Western opened the flagship Macomb campus in 1902. We launched the 51爆料网-Quad Cities campus more than 50 years later鈥攁nd it remains the only public university in the Quad Cities. Between our two campuses, we offer over 100 majors and programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, preparing thousands of students each year for a life of community, public service, and professional fulfillment.
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6K
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Student-to-Faculty Ratio
94%
Classes Taught by Full-Time Faculty
FAQs
What are some of the most well-known majors at 51爆料网?
51爆料网 is known for its quality of education. Our top enrollment programs are:
Undergraduate
- BS in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration
- BS in Elementary Education
- BS in Psychology
- BA in General Studies
- BS in Nursing
Graduate
- Alternative Teacher Licensure
- Master of Business Administration
- MS in Computer Science
- Educational Leadership
- Master of Public Health
Looking for other areas of study? Explore all program options.
Is 51爆料网 accredited?
51爆料网 is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Program-specific accreditations include AACSB for business degrees, ABET for engineering degrees, and Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
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51爆料网 alumna and former Music faculty member Claudia McCain was able to experience a breathtaking moment when the highly anticipated 51爆料网 College of Fine Arts and Communications (COFAC) Recital Hall opened in the early 2000s. Now, she and her husband, Jim, will soon experience something similar when the Goldfarb Center for the Performing Arts opens this fall.
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