Western Illinois University

Western Illinois University requires at least 120 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Western Illinois University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Western Illinois University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 51% of students who start college at Western Illinois University complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Western Illinois University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Western Illinois University?

Western Illinois University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Western Illinois University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Western Illinois University

When choosing a major, Western Illinois University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Western Illinois University.Western Illinois University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Western Illinois University false.Western Illinois University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Western Illinois University

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Does Western Illinois University Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Western Illinois University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Western Illinois University Have An Online Program?

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Does Western Illinois University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

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Does Western Illinois University Have An Honors Program?

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Does Western Illinois University Require Internships?

🟨 Western Illinois University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Western Illinois University

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Western Illinois University Library

The main library on campus is the Leslie Malpass Library and there are 4 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Western Illinois University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Western Illinois University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with University of Iowa and University of Illinois

•Arts and sciences/clinical laboratory science; general studies/chiropractic with Palmer College of Chiropractic

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Western Illinois University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Western Illinois University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Western Illinois University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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