Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
45.17%
SAT Average
1,242
ACT Range
24-29
Illinois Wesleyan University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 45.17%. This means approximately 452 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,570 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
45.17%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $55,704 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $55,704 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $68,399 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $29,550 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 23.18% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.13% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Illinois Wesleyan University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$55,704
Room and board
$12,930
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$1,700
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$68,399
Average net price
$29,550
Average aid coverage
57%
$38,849 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Illinois Wesleyan University pays approximately $29,550 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Illinois Wesleyan University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Illinois Wesleyan University net price
$29,550
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Illinois Wesleyan University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $55,704 and average net price at $29,550. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$55,704
Current net price
$29,550
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
82.54%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$70,871
Undergraduates
1,570
10-Year Median Earnings - Illinois Wesleyan University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Illinois Wesleyan University graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Illinois Wesleyan University?
Undergraduates
1,570
Completion rate
82.54%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
23.18%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.13%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 23.18% of Illinois Wesleyan University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.13% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Illinois Wesleyan University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Illinois Wesleyan University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Illinois Wesleyan University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Illinois Wesleyan University is listed at 1312 N Park St, Bloomington, IL 61702-2900. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Illinois Wesleyan University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Wesleyan University | 45.17% | $55,704 | $29,550 | $70,871 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Bloomington schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Bloomington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illinois Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?
Illinois Wesleyan University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 45.17%.
How much is Illinois Wesleyan University tuition?
Illinois Wesleyan University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $55,704.
What is Illinois Wesleyan University's average net price?
Illinois Wesleyan University's average net price in the local dataset is $29,550.
What does Illinois Wesleyan University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $21,011 for Illinois Wesleyan University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Illinois Wesleyan University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $70,871 for Illinois Wesleyan University.
Is Illinois Wesleyan University accredited?
Illinois Wesleyan University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Illinois Wesleyan University?
The local dataset lists 1,570 undergraduate students at Illinois Wesleyan University.
What percentage of Illinois Wesleyan University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Illinois Wesleyan University in the local dataset is 23.18%.
What is the federal loan rate at Illinois Wesleyan University?
The federal loan rate for Illinois Wesleyan University in the local dataset is 63.13%.
Where should I verify Illinois Wesleyan University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Illinois Wesleyan University or the latest official federal education data.