WHATEVER YOUR
Passion … Find It … Pursue It … Live It! 2016–17
WHATEVER YOUR
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They really want us to pursue our passions, and to figure it out in whatever way that is. For me, I’ve really learned about what I wanted to do by working with the community, and I was encouraged and helped in so many other ways.” Lexia Swope, passionate about improving her community sociology and psychology double major
4 reasons why Illinois Wesleyan is the right choice to discover and pursue your passions …
1. One-of-a-kind academic program 3. Vibrant campus and college towns 2. Distinctive experiential-learning opportunities 4. Reputation that will make a difference On the pages that follow you’ll hear from our students and our graduates about these four powerful
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reasons why you should consider Illinois Wesleyan.
When I came to Illinois Wesleyan, I didn’t really know what I wanted t o do. It was a place where I could challenge myself and do things other than what I knew, which is the hallmark of a liberal arts education. Attending Wesleyan is a phenomenal experience, and I want students, now and in the future, to have the same experience I had.” Sundeep Mullangi, passionate about the liberal arts Managing Director, PPM America Investment Management accounting and economics double major
I’m most inspired by the dedicated faculty t hat encourage students to reach their full potential. I would not have made the most out of my four years had it not been for them.”
Amanda King, passionate about the environment Peace Corps Environmental Action Volunteer — Benin, Africa
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a one-of-a-kind academic curriculum
We offer 80 majors and programs and four professional schools. What sets this academic program apart from other top liberal arts colleges is our combination of the liberal arts and sciences with nationally known professional schools of art, music, theatre and nursing, an exceptional business program and eight highly respected pre-professional programs.
Every major and professional school is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, which recent research confirms provide the kind of education top employers look for in college graduates, because it prepares them for long-term
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success in a rapidly changing world.
Success in our organization is dependent on one’s ability to build relationships
and communicate effectively, and the liberal arts education at Illinois Wesleyan builds these skills.” Jim Majernik, Deals Director focusing on Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
As an exclusively undergraduate university, our students have
close working relationships with faculty who inspire, challenge, and encourage
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them to realize their passions and achieve their goals in school and in life.
My professors taught me to be a strategic, imaginative thinker. esleyan definitely taught me how to build relationships and respect others, how to W engage one another, how to engage the world and how to care about one another.” Chad Maxwell, passionate about people and their stories Senior Vice President of the Integrated Insights, Human Experience and Intelligence Group, Starcom USA anthropology major
I never expected to grow so much, both personally and academically. … I was accepted to nine law schools.” Natalie Witter (right), passionate about discovering win-win solutions Law student, Michigan State University College of Law economics major
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The Liberal Arts … … preparing students for graduate education and careers in law, journalism, business … About 25 percent of students pursue majors in the humanities and social sciences, and these areas of study are a key part of the foundational liberal arts core for all students.
Majors in the Liberal Arts • American Studies
• Greek and Roman Studies
• Anthropology
• Hispanic Studies (Spanish)
• Economics
• History
A liberal arts education gives you confidence, because you have this broad background. You’re not pigeonholed in one specific area.”
• Elementary Education
• International Studies
• Secondary Education
• Philosophy
• English – Literature
• Political Science
• English – Writing
• Religion
• French
• Sociology
• German
• Women’s and Gender Studies
Bob Page, President and CEO, University of Kansas Hospital
Pre-Professional Program
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accounting major
• Pre-Law For a list of concentrations and minors, see page 28.
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and Sciences … … medicine, technology, engineering, healthcare, education, public service and more More than 30 percent of students major in the sciences at Illinois Wesleyan, which are considered among the very best in the nation, in part because of the way our faculty engage students in research activities. As a result, Wesleyan students gain admittance to top medical schools and PhD programs.
Majors in the Sciences
Pre-Professional Programs
• Biology
• Pre-Dentistry
• Chemistry
• Pre-Engineering
• Computer Science
• Pre-Forestry and Environmental Management
• Environmental Studies
• Pre-Medicine
• Mathematics
• Pre-Occupational Therapy
• Physics
• Pre-Physical Therapy
• Psychology
• Pre-Veterinary Medicine
For a list of concentrations and minors, see page 28.
80-85%
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of IWU pre-med graduates are accepted to medical school, compared to less than 50% nationally
I think about Illinois Wesleyan all the time. A liberal arts education has such value. … Your college education is the springboard to your future. ” Ann Stroink (right), Neurosurgeon and the first woman to train in neurosurgery at the Mayo Clinic
biology major
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In business and throughout my life,
my Illinois Wesleyan education has served me exceedingly well.” Ed Rust, Chairman and former CEO of State Farm Insurance
business major
Business… one in four students pursue business majors Business offers many unique areas of study and
Distinctions
experiential-learning opportunities through internships,
• #3 undergraduate business program
study abroad and professional organizations. Our faculty’s
nationally in earnings potential
connections with major corporations across the country
PayScale.com College Salary Report
and around the globe often bring business leaders to
years, compared to the five-year
graduation.
program at most colleges
Internship Opportunities • Business majors have interned at Citibank, Caterpillar, McGraw-Hill, State Farm, Mizuno of Japan, Lloyd’s of London and other local, national and international firms. • The winter accounting internship program places accounting majors alongside CPAs at major Chicago firms such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG, Ernst & Young and Deloitte.
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• Accounting majors graduate in four
campus and can help students in their job search upon
• Accounting graduates have had the highest first-time CPA Exam pass rate of any Illinois school and one of the highest rates in the country • More corporate on-campus recruiting than any other liberal arts college in Illinois
Majors in Business • Accounting • Business Administration • Design, Technology and Entrepreneurship • Financial Services • International Business For a list of concentrations and minors, see page 28.
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I studied at la Universidad Internacional in Cuernavaca, Mexico, i n a language immersion program. Not only did I gain confidence, fluency, and friends, but I also gained a lifetime of cultural experiences.” Alissa Sherman, Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practicioner, Chicago Heart and Vascular Consultants nursing major and Hispanic Studies minor
The School of Nursing … direct-admit four-year BSN program Nursing majors
100%
employment placement
• Begin clinical experience in their sophomore year • Can minor in Hispanic Studies for Nursing, Human Services Management or Health • Have the opportunity to conduct collaborative research with nursing faculty • Can pursue internships in a chosen healthcare field • Have the opportunity to study abroad, which is unusual for a nursing program
Facilities • Health Assessment Lab • Nursing Interventions Lab • Simulation Center, with pediatric and adult simulation rooms • Home Healthcare Room • Medication Room
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Every time I think about the choice I made t o attend Illinois Wesleyan when I was 18 years old, I know in my heart I made the perfect decision.”
Jocelyn Martinez (right), passionate about providing quality patient care
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The Fine Arts … … nationally recognized professional schools of art, music and theatre enriched by the liberal arts
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Whether you are looking for a career in the arts o r simply to enrich your life, our dedicated faculty will help you achieve your goals. Our small class sizes ensure individualized attention and foster creativity, and the curriculum is complemented by private studio spaces, a comprehensive computer lab, visiting artists, and two outstanding galleries.”
Julie Johnson Interim Director of the Ames School of Art
Ames School of Art
Options in Art
A portfolio review is part of the admissions process into the
• Art History
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program and to qualify for the many
• Ceramics
available art scholarships.
• Drawing
• The Ames School of Art faculty are active professional artists
• Glass
outside of the classroom studio • Exhibits of visiting artists, faculty and student work are held in the school’s Merwin and Wakeley Galleries • The school encourages professional internships and study abroad opportunities 8|
• Graphic Design • Painting • Photography • Printmaking • Sculpture
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It was Professor David Nott w ho first told me I might have what it takes to become a professional performer… I just can’t say enough about what that meant to me and how truly wonderful and supportive the faculty were and continue to be
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When you come from a small town l ike I did, the world seems
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big and intimidating, and this was a great place for me. Illinois Wesleyan gave me a real sense of myself . … It was a good way for me to put my foot in the water before I was thrown out into the big, bad world.” Richard Jenkins (left) Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated Actor
Dawn Upshaw (left)
theatre major
Five-time Grammy Award-winning Soprano music major
School of Music
School of Theatre Arts
The selective School of Music — offering BM, BME and BA degrees —
The School of Theatre — offering BFA and BA degrees —
requires an on-campus or online audition, which can take place between
is highly competitive. An audition, either on-campus or
September and March of each academic year.
digitally, is an important part of the process.
• Students enjoy close mentoring relationships with our expert faculty • Opportunities abound to perform in solos, chamber and ensemble
Facilities • McPherson Theatre, the main stage with 273 seats
settings beginning in the first semester • Tours have taken ensembles to Italy, Spain, Russia, and throughout the
• Kirkpatrick Lab Theatre, a black box with flexible seating • Phoenix Theatre, a small space for experimental productions
United States
• Dance Studio, used primarily for rehearsal
Ensembles
Majors in Music
• Instrumental: Wind Ensemble,
• Composition
Majors in Theatre
Symphonic Winds, IWU Civic
• Contemporary Musicianship
• Acting
Orchestra, Titan Band
• Music Education
• Design and Technology
• Music Performance
• Music Theatre
• Choral: Collegiate Choir, University Choir, Chamber Singers • Jazz: Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Lab Band, Unlicensed Syncopation • Opera Theatre
• Classical Guitar
• Theatre Arts
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I never thought I’d be working for a company like Google. But after seeing my computer science friends get internships at places like Amazon and Boeing, I made getting an internship at Google my goal.”
Alan Russian (below), passionate about continuously learning Google Software Engineer; computer science major
Experiential learning is another hallmark of an Illinois Wesleyan education. Students conduct research or other creative activity, engage in internships, take part in community service, and study abroad in more than 70 countries.
4 Unique Illinois Wesleyan Programs 1. May Term
3. Study Abroad Tuition Program
This unique month-long experiential-learning session
Our study abroad tuition policy allows you to apply your IWU
allows students to focus on a single special-topic
scholarship and need-based assistance towards the cost of
course, take a travel course, or pursue research options,
studying abroad for a semester. This means virtually any student
internships, or creative activity. May Term is designed
who attends Illinois Wesleyan can afford to study abroad. This
to stretch traditional boundaries between in-class
opportunity is something we encourage students to experience
and out-of-class learning.
while at Illinois Wesleyan. Forty-eight percent of our students
2. Action Research Center The Action Research Center is a unique experiential-
study abroad, compared to 14 percent nationally.
4. Eckley Summer Scholars and Artists Program
learning center that matches students with a wide array
Undergraduate research is a hallmark of Illinois Wesleyan
of community, governmental and corporate organiza-
and the Eckley program is just one of many sponsored
tions where students work independently and side-by-
programs taking place during the school year and summer.
side with professionals to conduct research, develop
As an exclusively undergraduate university our students
new initiatives, create strategic plans and more.
have greater access to research opportunities, because they do not compete with graduate students.
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I was able to meet and talk with (Financial Times’ chief economics commentator) Martin Wolf, widely considered to be
Study Abroad and National Programs
one of the world’s most influential writers on economics. Being able to casually
national programs, including:
talk with someone so well-known and influential is a memory I will never forget.”
• London and Spain (above, left) programs led by Illinois Wesleyan faculty
Michael Hennel, passionate about learning, on his study abroad experience at
• Oxford University’s prestigious Pembroke College (above, center)
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Pembroke College, Oxford University; economics major
program • More than 300 global programs
Fourteen years ago my family and I moved to America from Sofia, Bulgaria, w ith not a word of English nor a stable income. Not only am I privileged to be attending Illinois Wesleyan University, but I am more than grateful
• United Nations Semester, in conjunction with Drew University • Washington Semester, at American University • Three Chicago programs in conjunction with the Associated Colleges of the Midwest: Urban Studies, Chicago Arts and Chicago Business
for the opportunities that will come after. My zeal to
Recent May Term Travel Courses
pursue Russian area studies can only be fulfilled with the
• Healthcare in Hawaii
aid of the Gilman Scholarship.”
• Tropical Ecology in Costa Rica
Boryana Borisova (right), passionate about igniting youth
• Art and Archeology in Greece
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One in two students study abroad or attend one of our off-campus
Seventy percent of recent graduates had at least one internship and half of those had two or more. Internship opportunities take part
Above: Fifteen students intern in Asia thanks to a grant from the Freeman Foundation
at major corporations, local companies, community organizations and across the globe. Each year two-thirds of students take part in some form of creative
or research activity at Illinois Wesleyan. These activities enhance
the undergraduate experience and provide an advantage whether students plan to go on to graduate school or begin their career.
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Because I worked for a Scottish Minister, I literally had a desk only a few feet away from the First Minister of Scotland (the head of the Scottish government). I was able to hear stories from people who were members of the Scottish National Party since the 1970s, when they were a tiny minority party and independence seemed like a far-off dream.�
Michael Kistner (right), passionate about learning how to more effectively govern Interned for the Scottish Minister of Public Health; political science major Now earning his PhD in political science at Princeton University
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It’s a big town with lots to do and with friendly people! Going on runs on Constitution Trail, you always get a nod and wave from another runner. Or even walking to class from off-campus houses, people say ‘hi’ and ‘good morning.’ I am happy to be a new face on this campus, and happy to see many more diverse faces .” Diana Bonilla, biology major
Student life at Illinois Wesleyan has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to connect and make new friends, work out at the Shirk Recreation Center, cheer on our Titan football team, take in a concert or play, join a club or Greek organization, or explore our two great college towns, there’s plenty to do on and off campus.
194 student organizations, including 10 social fraternities and sororities, Student Senate, The Argus student newspaper, WESN campus radio and much more
22 varsity sports teams, which have won 7 national championships since 1997 200 concerts, comedy acts, fairs, carnivals, talent shows and other student events at the Hansen Student Center
148 theatre productions, art exhibits and School of Music events 20 campus living options including residence halls, Greek houses and student apartments
5 campus dining options: The Dugout food court, Tommy’s Grill, Hattie’s Coffee
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Shop, The Coffee Shoppe and Freshens, and the Bertholf Dining Commons
It’s been many years since I graduated, and each year more and more I appreciate the experience that I had at Illinois Wesleyan. I obviously got a great education here, but the friends that I made, the lessons that I learned are really what it’s all about.”
Rod Adams (right), Director of Human Capital Strategy, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
accounting major
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The Hansen Student Center is the main venue for student events and organizations.
Recreation is a big part of campus life, with expanded recreation facilities at the Shirk Center.
Housing choices include The Gates at Wesleyan student apartments, suites, and two-story townhouse-​ style living at the Harriet Fuller Rust House.
The Dugout and Tommy’s are popular dining spots, in addition to the Bertholf Dining Commons.
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B LO O M I N G TO N – N O R M A L
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Best Small College Towns
(USA Today, 2016)
#3 Best Job Destinations for College Grads (Smallest Metros)
(American Institute for Economic Research, 2016)
(Business Insider, 2015)
But Should
(Huffington Post, 2016)
#7 Best Small Cities for Educated Millennials
#25 Best Small Places for Business and Careers (Forbes, 2015) 11 Amazing Cities You’ve Never Thought to Live In, Top 100
Best communities for young people (The America’s Promise Alliance and ING, 2011)
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A Partial Listing of
Campus Organizations Academic Honor Societies • Beta Beta Beta (biology)
• Phi Beta Kappa
• Delta Omicron (music)
• Phi Eta Sigma (first-year coed)
• Delta Phi Alpha (German)
• Phi Gamma Nu (business)
• Eta Sigma Phi (classical
• Phi Kappa Phi
Cultural Awareness
• Pi Delta Phi (French language)
• Black Student Union
• Pi Kappa Lambda (music)
• Foreign language clubs
• Psi Chi (psychology)
• International Society
studies) • Gamma Upsilon (publications) • Kappa Delta Pi (education) • Lambda Alpha (anthropology) • Omicron Delta Epsilon (economics) • Phi Alpha Theta (history)
• Sigma Delta Pi (Hispanic studies) • Sigma Tau Delta (English)
of Illinois Wesleyan
• South Asian Student Association • Spanish and Latino Student Association
• IWU Pride Alliance
Fraternity and Sorority Life
• Upsilon Pi Epsilon
• Interfraternity Council
• Panhellenic Council
National Fraternities
National Sororities
(computing sciences)
• Atheist, Agnostic, and Non-Religious Group • DRL (Death, Resurrection, Life) • Fellowship of Christian Athletes • Hindu Student Association
• Sigma Theta Tau (nursing)
Activism
• Acacia
• Alpha Gamma Delta
• Hillel • Intervarsity Christian Fellowship • Muslim Student Association • Titan Catholic • Titan Christian Fellowship
• Phi Gamma Delta
• Kappa Delta
• Amnesty International
• Model United Nations
• Sigma Chi
• Kappa Kappa Gamma
Service
• College Democrats
• Rock the Vote
• Sigma Pi
• Sigma Kappa
• Action Research Center
• College Republicans
• Sierra Student Coalition
• Tau Kappa Epsilon
• Ambassador Club
• Theta Chi
• Alpha Phi Omega
Campus Oriented • Student Senate (encom-
• Best Buddies • Residence Hall Association
Media
• Circle K International
passes numerous executive
(each residence hall has its
• The Argus — newspaper
positions and committees)
own governing council)
• Tributaries — student poetry and fiction publication • WESN — radio
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Religious
• Titan TV
• Habitat for Humanity • Student Alumni Council
Diversity and Inclusion Illinois Wesleyan has a deep and firm commitment to creating strong community by fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment that promotes an understanding of and appreciation for social justice, diversity and cross-cultural engagement. Faculty and staff are committed to providing mentoring and support for underrepresented students whether by race/ethnicity, nationality, gender, first-generation college students, sexual orientation/gender identity, spirituality or other characteristics that strengthen their contributions to the classroom and the campus. Additionally, all students engage in educational opportunities and discussions about diversity and social justice, demonstrating critical skills related to communication, leadership and global citizenship.
www.iwu.edu/diversity
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I am inspired by IWU for its acceptance of every person from any walk of life.� Jordan Collins, passionate about experiencing new things Outreach Specialist at PATH Crisis Hotline; psychology major
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Titans are winners on and off the field.
Men’s Varsity Sports
More than 400 students are varsity athletes, competing
• Baseball
• Lacrosse
on 22 teams. While our Titans win conference and
• Basketball
• Soccer
national titles, they are true student-athletes, whose
• Cross Country
• Swimming & Diving
GPAs and graduation rates are among the highest in
• Football
• Tennis
the nation.
• Golf
• Track (Indoor/Outdoor)
7 NCAA Division III National Championships 44 Top-10 national finishers 141 CCIW Conference Championships 121 Academic All-Americans, top 25 among
Women’s Varsity Sports
all colleges nationally
18th best Division III athletics program in 2015-16 (Learfield Cup)
• Basketball
• Softball
• Cross Country
• Swimming & Diving
• Golf
• Tennis
• Lacrosse
• Track (Indoor/Outdoor)
• Soccer
• Volleyball
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The opportunity to be a part of a national championship-winning t eam while pursuingmy undergraduate degree is something for which I will always be grateful. Lifelong friendships were forged as we worked toward our goals on and off the track.” Rachel Lyons, Clinical Pharmacist
Seven-time individual national champion (including a relay), two-time team national champion
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22nd
graduates’ mid-career salary among national liberal arts colleges — U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
43rd
51st
best private liberal arts college — Washington Monthly
51st
best value among liberal arts colleges—Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
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most selective liberal arts college — U.S. News & World Report
Our relationship with Illinois Wesleyan is time-tested. S tudents are prepared to contribute early in their careers with a strong academic foundation and the leadership qualities necessary to engage with a complex, global organization.” Scott Searles Senior Consultant, Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Illinois Wesleyan candidates tend to have superior i nnovation and problem-solving skills, as well as curiosity about the world and eagerness to learn. They’ve often had opportunities to become well-rounded talents through undergraduate research, international travel, independent study or other experiences.” Patrick Palmer, partner VSA Partners, branding and marketing
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Alumni Success B. Charles Ames ’50, Retired Vice Chairman of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Co. private equity firm, and formerly Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of The Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Company
You’ll find Titans leading Fortune 500 corporations and non-profit organizations, conducting important research at
Rear Admiral Denise Canton ’74 (above, left), Senior Policy Advisor, Office of the Surgeon General Andrew Chereck ’04, NASA Systems Engineer
the Mayo Clinic, producing blockbuster films in Hollywood,
Bill Damaschke ’85, Broadway Producer and Former Chief Creative Officer at DreamWorks Animation
teaching at major universities, leading top law firms, writing
Dave Kindred ’63, Hall of Fame Sports Writer and author of 10 books
for major news organizations and pursuing a wide
Mike Mason ’80, Chief Security Officer for Verizon and former Executive Assistant Director of the FBI
range of successful careers in every state and more than 50 countries around the world.
Denny Matthews ’66, Hall of Fame Announcer for the Kansas City Royals Kathleen Murray ’79, President, Whitman College Stephen Ondra ’80, Chief Medical Officer, Health Care Services Corp., and former White House healthcare advisor Karl Pierburg ’98 (above, right), Senior Director of Football Systems, Atlanta Falcons David Priess ’93, Author, Analytic Services Consultant, Former CIA Officer Gregory Poland ’77 (left), Founder and Director, the Mayo Clinic’s Vaccine Research Group Carlina Tapia-Ruano ’77, The law firm of Tapia-Ruano & Gunn, past-president of the American Immigration Lawyers Association Kirk Schroeder ’84, Co-Founder, Essen Bioscience Michael L. Tipsord ’81, Chief Executive Officer, State Farm Insurance Stephanie Whyte ’91, Medical Director, Aetna Better Health of Illinois
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Admissions
Minor Myers, jr. Welcome Center Admissions Office • 1211 N. Park Street • Bloomington, Illinois 309-556-3031 • 800-332-2498 24 |
Application Timeline Early Action I (non-binding)
Visiting Campus
Due November 1 — Notified by December 15
One of the best ways you can decide upon a college that’s right for you is to
Early Action II (non-binding)
visit campus. Contact our Admissions Office to ask questions or to schedule a
Due December 1 — Notified by January 15
visit.
Regular Decision
• The University is 2 ½ hours south of Chicago and north of St. Louis
Recommended March 1 — Notified by March 15
• Schedule an individual or group visit online. . . www.iwu.edu/admissions/visit • Call the office to ask questions or schedule a visit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-332-2498
Apply to Illinois Wesleyan Fees, Deadlines and Acceptance Notification: • No application fee • Apply online via the Common Application or the Illinois Wesleyan application
Admissions Criteria • A cumulative grade point average of B or higher • Strong college preparatory coursework • SAT or ACT • High school activities and community engagement are also considered in the
Professional School Applicants • School of Nursing candidates apply directly for admission into the program • Those seeking admission to the School of Music and School of Theatre Arts are required to audition or present a portfolio • Those applying to the Bachelor of Fine Arts program in the Ames School of Art are required to submit a portfolio
Profile of 2016 Entering Class 3.75 high school weighted GPA (on a 4.0 scale) 25-29 ACT Mid-50% 1280 average SAT 82% students taking at least 1 AP or IB class in high school
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AV E R AG E A I D AWA R D E D BY I N CO M E
The Value of an Illinois Wesleyan Education Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to putting the highest quality educational experience in reach for all students. • All applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships. • Over 95% of our students receive some form of financial aid. • Over half of tuition, on average, is covered by scholarships and grants for incoming students. Illinois Wesleyan graduates’ mid-career salary ranks among the top 25 of all national liberal arts colleges in the nation (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
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The College of Liberal Arts Conferring Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees
Majors Accounting American Studies Anthropology Art Biology Business Administration • Marketing • Management • General Management Chemistry Classics (Greek and Roman Studies) Computer Science Design, Technology and Entrepreneurship Economics Educational Studies Elementary Education Secondary Education • English Language Arts • History • K-12 Foreign Language: French, Spanish • Mathematics • Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics English • Literature • Creative Writing & Journalism
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Environmental Studies • General • Ecology • Environmental Policy • International Environmental Sustainability Financial Services French and Francophone Studies German Studies History International Business International Studies • General • African Studies • Asian Studies • Latin American Studies • Russian & East European Studies • Western European Studies • Development Studies • Diplomatic Studies Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Political Science
Psychology Religion Sociology Spanish/Hispanic Studies • General • Business • Nursing Theatre Arts Women’s and Gender Studies
Additional Minors Art History Arts Management Biochemistry Coaching Dance Entrepreneurship Exercise Science Health Human Services Management Japanese Studies Jazz Studies Physical Education Risk Management Russian Studies
Pre-Professional Programs Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering Pre-Forestry and Environmental Management
Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine
The School of Nursing Conferring the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree
The College of Fine Arts Conferring Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Education degrees
Ames School of Art Art History Ceramics Drawing
Glass Graphic Design Painting
Photography Printmaking Sculpture
School of Music Composition Contemporary Musicianship Music Education String Performance and Pedagogy
School of Theatre Arts Acting Design and Technology Music Theatre
Music Performance • Classical Guitar • Instrumental • Piano • Vocal
If you have further questions or want to arrange a visit, please contact: Bob Murray Dean of Admissions Illinois Wesleyan University 1211 N. Park Street Bloomington, Illinois 61701 email: iwuadmit@iwu.edu International student email: international@iwu.edu 309-556-3031
800-332-2498 (in the USA only)
fax: 309-556-3820
1,850 undergraduate enrollment 93% of graduates feel their Wesleyan education met or exceeded their expectations
92% first-year retention rate 4-4-1 distinctive academic calendar consists of two four-month semesters and an optional May Term session
www.iwu.edu/admissions
96% of 2015 graduates employed or in graduate school
Statements of Accreditation and Non-discrimination Illinois Wesleyan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Illinois Wesleyan University does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, disability, or national origin in its admissions policies, educational programs and activities, or employment policies. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy should be directed to the Office of the President, Illinois Wesleyan University, P.O. Box 2900, Bloomington, IL 61702-2900. Illinois Wesleyan expressly recognizes the requirements of Title IX legislation. Title IX complaints should be reported to the University’s Title IX coordinator, who is the Associate Provost (211 Holmes Hall, (309) 556-3255). Illinois Wesleyan University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. The Vice President for Business and Finance, the Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students, and the Associate Provost are designated by the University to coordinate all efforts to comply with Section 504 and its implementing regulation 34 C.F.R. Part 104 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. All questions should be directed to the University compliance coordinators indicated above.
51 best value among private liberal arts colleges —
within six months
st
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
51st best private liberal arts college — Washington Monthly 10th best college in the Midwest — Business Insider 22nd graduates’ mid-career salary among national liberal arts
colleges — U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard