Western Illinois University

Western Illinois University is a public four-year institution located in Macomb, Illinois. The university enrolls 8,853 students (IPEDS 2023) and has a quality score of 42.17 out of 100. Its completion rate is 45% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 59% (IPEDS 2023).

The university offers several associate degree programs relevant to technical and health fields. These include Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator General Production, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician at the bachelor's level, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at the associate level.

Located in Macomb, IL, Western Illinois University serves students from central and western Illinois. The institution provides a combination of applied technology and health-focused programs alongside its broader university curriculum, supporting regional workforce development in manufacturing, healthcare, and information technology.