Established in 1899, Western Illinois University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium-sized town of Macomb (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Moline. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Higher Learning Commission, Western Illinois University (WIU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Western Illinois University (WIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 120 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.