Illinois Wesleyan University | Private Liberal Arts College in Bloomington, Illinois

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Illinois Wesleyan University | Private Liberal Arts College in Bloomington, Illinois
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Illinois Wesleyan University
98.3%
Graduates Employed
12:1
Students to Faculty
95+ %
qualify for scholarships or grants
Become What’s Next
Innovation drives everything we do at IWU. Our students combine big-picture thinking
from the liberal arts with hands-on experience in business, nursing, the fine arts,
and the sciences—preparing for careers that don’t even exist yet.
Across our schools and colleges, collaboration turns ideas into action—like in our
state-of-the-art
Petrick Idea Center
, opening fall 2026.
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Best College for Getting a Job
Illinois Wesleyan University ranks  #7 in the nation and #1 in Illinois on Zippia's
2023 list of The Best Colleges for Getting a Job, based on Department of Education
College Scorecard data. 97.3% of Illinois Wesleyan University graduates in the class
of 2022 were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation, based
on a First-Destination Survey.
Employers recognize that Illinois Wesleyan’s focus on broad-based learning with practical
application creates well-rounded students who become curious, creative problem-solvers.
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Watch Us on the College Tour
Illinois Wesleyan University is featured in an episode of The College Tour, a television
series that highlights colleges across the United States through the voices of students.
You'll hear from peers why IWU is known as “The AND University,” offering the perfect
fit for multi-talented students.
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Do Well, Do Good and Achieve More
Illinois Wesleyan University graduates go into the world with the skills employers
are seeking.
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Laina Chavarria '25
IWU makes me feel like I’m more than just a student or a statistic. I am an active
member in the community and I can make a real impact on campus.
Klaudia Wyszynski '23
I wanted a place that cared about me and my goals and was going to invest everything
they had to make sure I walked away happy with my experience and prepared for success
in my chosen career. IWU is home to me, always will be.
Evan Quist '23
Illinois Wesleyan is a great environment for learning, and provides space for students
to go above and beyond. Most colleges ask where you want to go, and then tell you
how to get there. IWU lets you blaze your own trail, and supports you the whole way.
Marin Moss '26
I felt a sense of community the moment I stepped on campus... Everyone made me feel
heard and included, even when I hadn't committed to IWU. The interpersonal relationships
I have made with faculty and peers are beyond what I could've imagined from a school.
Featured News
STEAM Olympics Raises $7,500 for IWU Scholarship
In partnership with For A Better Tomorrow, the third annual STEAM Olympics hosted on IWU's campus raised $7,500 for a needs-based scholarship.
Kannaday to Give Keynote Address at Illinois Wesleyan Commencement
Recently retired healthcare executive and Illinois Wesleyan University trustee Colleen L. Kannaday will deliver the University’s Commencement address...
Reissenweber Named 2027 Kemp Award Winner
Professor of English Brandi Reissenweber was awarded the highest teaching honor at Illinois Wesleyan University on April 15 as the 2027 recipient...
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