Western Illinois University is a public university in Macomb, Illinois. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a public land-grant research university in Lincoln, Nebraska.
| Western Illinois University | University of Nebraska | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4 Out of 10 | 5.1 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 634 Forbes 2019 | # 159 US News 2024 # 401 Times Higher Education 2024 # 551 QS World University 2024 |
| Subject Strength | - | # 97 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 379 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 89 for Law by US News 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -54 PG Programs -7 | UG Programs -86 PG Programs -41 |
| Acceptance Rate | 59.5 % | 75.3 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS-6 TOEFL-73 | IELTS-6 SAT-1100 TOEFL-70 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 15418 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 22941 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 22830 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 40796 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 34638 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 25440 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Some of the majors and the average salary are as follows: Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services: $43,600 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services: $49,000 Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities: $42,900 Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs: $43,800 Health Professions and Related Programs: $39,300 | In business school of the university 90% of students secured employment or continued education within six months of graduation with $51,571 average full-time starting salary based on 297 reported salaries. Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Masters in Science: $127,000 MBA: $96,000 Bachelor of Arts: $84,000 Bachelor of Science: $65,000 |
| application requirements | Submit official transcripts, Submit LORs, Submit entrace test scores, Check program specific requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit English language requirements Check program specific requirements |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.2/10 Read 1 reviews | - |
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| General Facts | Western Illinois University | University of Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1895 | 1869 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 14:1 | 16:1 |
| Male:Female | 49% Male, 51% Female | 52% Male, 48% Female |
| Location Facts | Western Illinois University's main campus is located in the rural community of Macomb, Illinois and offers a vibrant collegiate experience for almost 8,000 students. | The University of Nebraska–Lincoln operates three campuses, which are laid out over a combined 2,815 acres. The three campuses are city campus, east campus and innovation campus. |
| Library | Four libraries make up the WIU Libraries system. The Leslie F. Malpass Library is the main branch of the library system. Other WIU libraries include the Music Library, Physical Sciences Library, Curriculum Library, and the WIU-Quad Cities Library (Moline, Illinois). | Libraries are present across all the campuses of the university. The library provides various services to the students like e-books, journals, publications, research papers, databases, study rooms etc |
| Campus Life | The beautifully landscaped campus has more than 60 buildings on more than 1,000 acres, including seven residence halls, a 300-acre farm, and an 18-hole golf course. Macomb is full of that Midwestern charm that's hard to find anywhere else. Take a walk around the downtown square to meet up with friends at the coffee shop or restaurants, visit eclectic shops and boutiques or hit up the Farmer's Market on Thursdays and Saturdays for fresh produce or homemade desserts. Go West Transit provides students with fare-free, convenient transportation from and around campus and with service to the entire Macomb community. The community and University are closely integrated and work together to create a safe environment for everyone to learn and grow. Residence hall facilities provide nearly 4,000 students with living and dining services. All residence halls are smoke-free and rooms are wired for LAN and wireless internet. Many off-campus housing possibilities, including fraternities and sororities, are open to upper-division students. The Macomb campus is home to 17 NCAA Division I sports, while Campus Recreation offers a variety of fitness opportunities, intramural sports programs and club sports. Other opportunities for student involvement include leadership development, volunteer services, student programming, Student Government Association, fraternities and sororities, and over 250 student organizations. The Union is the community center of the Macomb campus and provides a variety of meeting and dining facilities. Union services include a food court, meeting/banquet rooms, ballrooms, a bookstore, guest rooms, computer stations, a small theatre, a convenience store and more. | UNL's City and East campuses are cities within the city. City Campus borders downtown to the north, and has a park-like urban character. East Campus is less dense, with a magnificent 'woodsy' getaway in the Maxwell Arboretum, a grove of large specimen trees and shrubs. Both campuses are managed as botanical gardens, and are beautiful in any season.At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Huskers (as the students are known as) have the ability to shape their lives through enriching art, exciting student programs and helpful well-being resources. With so many possibilities at their fingertips, the students create a life at Nebraska that's like no other. Here, you'll have the unique and amazing opportunity to build a life that speaks to you, and our vast array of services and opportunities will help you do just that. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a force in Lincoln's creative community. The university is located in the hub of Lincoln’s arts and culture community — from gallery shows featuring local artists to concerts from the biggest names in music, there's something for everyone! University's dining halls provide nutritious and delicious meals for all the Huskers, with sit-in and take-out options available. Students can attend to all their physical fitness needs by utilizing one of university's recreational facilities on City Campus and East Campus, or by renting equipment or hitting the rock climbing wall at the Outdoor Adventure Center. |
| Hostel | #Off campus (with family) - $3570 #On campus - $9630 #Off campus (not with family) - $9630 | #Off campus (not with family) - $10526 #On campus - $11044 #Off campus (with family) - $3870 |
| Famous Alumni | Darwin Gale Schisler, Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives for Illinois's 19th congressional district from 1965 to 1967. Robert Nardelli – former chairman and chief executive officer of Chrysler, former president and CEO of Home Depot Michael Boatman – actor and author | Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Tom Osborne, college football coach Evan Williams, co-founder of Twitter, Blogger and Medium Jordan Burroughs, Olympic gold medalist wrestler |
| City Life | Macomb is an incorporated city situated within McDonough County, Illinois featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple parks good for enjoying a picnic or taking part in various sports activities plus nearby Argyle Lake State Park offers stunning views great for outdoor activities. There are also several locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine perfect for anyone looking to have a meal out during their visit here! Macomb, IL has a population of 19,210. The median income in Macomb, IL is $39,382 and the median home value is $110,512. | Lincoln is what happens when Midwest friendliness meets big city innovation. Filled with rapidly-expanding tech companies, active arts scenes and cultural communities, it's a city that encourages growth and inspires its citizens.Pinnacle Bank Arena routinely hosts major touring acts like Pink, Lorde, Run the Jewels, Kendrick Lamar, Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood. PBA also hosts local and national sports teams, including Husker men's and women's basketball. The arena is part of The Railyard entertainment district, which connects to the Historic Haymarket. There you'll find world-class cuisine, dynamic urban nightlife, and fun activities fit for the whole friend group. UNL’s City Campus is engrained with downtown Lincoln — many of these attractions are only a short walk away from university’s academic halls! Lincoln's 6,000 acres of parkland is more per capita than Austin, Portland, and all but a handful of U.S. cities. The well-manicured Pioneers Park, the native woods of Wilderness Park and the open grassland of Nine-Mile Prairie are each within a 10-minute trip from campus. Over 130 miles of wide, smooth trails connect many of these with other points in the city. |
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