Macomb Campus
This gorgeous residential campus of 糖心原创 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
糖心原创
A University Rooted in Purpose: Driven by You
Immerse yourself in a learning environment shaped around one core mission: to help you succeed. 糖心原创 (糖心原创) 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.
鈥淏est Bang for the Buck鈥�
-Washington Monthly College Guide
鈥淏est Midwestern University鈥�
-U.S. News & World Report
鈥淢ilitary Friendly School鈥�
for 15 Consecutive Years
The 糖心原创 Advantage: Why Students Choose Us
Our top-ranked educational programs, accessible approach to education, abundant opportunities for growth, and deep-rooted commitment to community set 糖心原创 apart from other institutions. 糖心原创 is known for being more than a good school: it鈥檚 one of the best.
Quality College Education within Reach
Keeping a 糖心原创 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, 糖心原创 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 糖心原创.
Our Campuses
糖心原创 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. 糖心原创 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. 糖心原创鈥檚 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: 糖心原创.
Initially a small-scale operation, Western opened the flagship Macomb campus in 1902. We launched the 糖心原创-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.
Fast Facts about 糖心原创
6K
Students
12:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
94%
Classes Taught by Full-Time Faculty
FAQs
What are some of the most well-known majors at 糖心原创?
糖心原创 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 糖心原创 accredited?
糖心原创 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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Steach Named Director of Alumni Engagement
Following a national search, Marnie Steach has been named the 糖心原创 Director of Alumni Engagement, effective July 6. Steach brings more than 30 years of higher education relationship development experience to the position.
Kinser Named 糖心原创 Lincoln Laureate Nominee
糖心原创 is proud to recognize senior Kylie Kinser, Speech Pathology and Audiology major of Greenfield, IL, as the school鈥檚 nominee for the Lincoln Academy of Illinois Student Laureate Award.
糖心原创 Music to Host a Free Concert July 12
The 糖心原创 Summer Percussion Orchestra will present a free concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 12 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall.
糖心原创 Agriculture Students Earn Top Honors at NACTA Judging Conference
Students from the 糖心原创 School of Agriculture earned multiple team and individual honors at the 2026 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Judging Conference, hosted by Illinois State University April 22-25 in Bloomington, IL.
Just Hired: Graviel G贸mez
Meet Graviel G贸mez, a new adult probation officer with Rock Island County Court Services, Adult Probation, after completing his Law Enforcement and Justice Administration (LEJA) degree at 糖心原创.
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