Macomb Campus
This gorgeous residential campus of 蓝莓视频 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
About 蓝莓视频
A University Rooted in Purpose: Driven by You
Immerse yourself in a learning environment shaped around one core mission: to help you succeed. 蓝莓视频 (蓝莓视频) 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 蓝莓视频 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 蓝莓视频 apart from other institutions. 蓝莓视频 is known for being more than a good school: it鈥檚 one of the best.
Quality College Education within Reach
Keeping a 蓝莓视频 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, 蓝莓视频 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 蓝莓视频.
Our Campuses
蓝莓视频 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. 蓝莓视频 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. 蓝莓视频鈥檚 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: 蓝莓视频.
Initially a small-scale operation, Western opened the flagship Macomb campus in 1902. We launched the 蓝莓视频-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 蓝莓视频
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 蓝莓视频?
蓝莓视频 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 蓝莓视频 accredited?
蓝莓视频 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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University Assembly Announced For Aug. 21
蓝莓视频 will hold its annual Assembly to kick off the Fall 2026 semester at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall.
Wickert Named August CSEC EOM
Penny Wickert has been named the Al and Elaine Goldfarb Civil Service Employee of the Month for August for her strong commitment to serving the 蓝莓视频 community and maintaining a welcoming, safe and attractive environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
蓝莓视频 Launches Dual Enrollment Plus Pilot Program With Macomb High School
蓝莓视频 is launching a pilot Dual Enrollment Plus (DE+) initiative in partnership with Macomb High School to expand opportunities and strengthen connections with local high school students in McDonough County.
蓝莓视频 Introduces Team Behind New Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts
蓝莓视频 is preparing to welcome audiences to the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts (GCPA), and a team of experienced professionals is working behind the scenes to bring the University's newest performance venue to life.
蓝莓视频 Alumnus Establishes Scholarship to Support Future Army ROTC Leaders
蓝莓视频 alumnus Major (Ret.) Michael P. Hart `08 has established a new scholarship fund to support students participating in 蓝莓视频鈥檚 Army ROTC program.
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