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Is Illinois Wesleyan University Worth It?

Bloomington, IL · Small city · 1,582 students · Data: College Scorecard, June 2026 release

Illinois Wesleyan University is a Baccalaureate College located in small city in Bloomington, IL. It enrolls approximately 1,582 students. The acceptance rate is 39%, making it selective. 75% of students finish within 6 years (150% of normal time) — solid. With $70,871 median earnings and $27,000 median debt, median debt equals about 5 months of gross pay (estimate) — a solid ROI. 84% of borrowers are making progress on their loans 3 years after leaving school (College Scorecard).

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Source: FIRE 2027 College Free Speech Rankings (student survey fielded 2026 by College Pulse)

Avg Net Price / Year
$28,199
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
Median Earnings (10yr)
$70,871
Acceptance Rate
39%
4-yr Grad Rate
75%
Tuition (In-State)
$57,704
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$57,704
3-yr Loan Repayment
84%
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