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Western Illinois University

(WIU)

🇺🇸 United States / Illinois / Macomb
Public Est. 1899

About

Western Illinois University (WIU) is a public university in Macomb, Illinois, United States. It was founded in 1899 as Western Illinois State Normal School. As the normal school grew, it became Western Illinois State Teachers College. Once Western Illinois started offering graduate degrees, it again changed its name to Western Illinois State College. Western Illinois has an additional campus in Mo...

Western Illinois University (WIU) is a public university in Macomb, Illinois, United States. It was founded in 1899 as Western Illinois State Normal School. As the normal school grew, it became Western Illinois State Teachers College. Once Western Illinois started offering graduate degrees, it again changed its name to Western Illinois State College. Western Illinois has an additional campus in Moline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Western Illinois University founded?

Western Illinois University was founded in 1899.

Where is Western Illinois University located?

Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, United States.