Western Illinois University

Please note:

• All potential applicants should read and understand the Admission Process and Admission Requirements before submitting an application for admission.
• Effective Spring (January) 2025. All graduate applicants are required to submit a credential evaluation that includes verified official academic records before their application will be considered for admission. See the Admission Process link above for evaluation providers accepted by WIU.
• Applications are currently restricted to the Spring (January) 2025 semester unless you are currently in the US with a valid student visa. Any applicant (not in the US) who selects Fall (August) 2024 as a start term will automatically be moved to Spring (January) 2025. WIU will begin accepting Fall (August) 2025 applications later this year.
• Applicants who are currently in the US on a student visa and want to transfer to WIU for the Fall (August) 2024 semester should submit their application on or before July 15th. The application fee, application and financial documents for proof of funding as well as copies of your current visa and I-20 must be submitted on or before August 1st.
• There is a nonrefundable $50 USD fee for new students submitting an application. Applicants who cannot pay by credit card via the application should select to pay by check or money order before submitting the application. A follow up email will be sent 2-4 business days after the submission of the application. This email will request payment by check/money order (drawn on a US bank) or by credit card/wire transfer via PayMyTuition. Make a single payment by one of these methods. You will be notified when your payment is received. Your application will not be processed until payment is received.
• Master's and doctoral degree applicants should apply for FALL or SPRING intake. Online attendance only is allowed in the summer sessions. If you wish to enroll online for a summer session, please indicate this in the comments section of the application. Graduate student applications for summer intake will be deferred to fall unless otherwise noted.
• Your application and application fee is valid for two consecutive years from the first application date (e.g., Fall 2024 is valid through Fall 2026 semester). If you have applied within the last two years but did not attend, do not complete the online application. Instead, please submit the Request to Reactivate Application form.
• Before continuing, please ensure that you are running the most current version of a forms-capable Internet browser. If necessary, download and install the most recent version of your browser (Microsoft Edge, Chrome or Firefox are highly recommended). We cannot be responsible for problems or delays caused by outdated or non-standard software.
• Please read all instructions carefully. If you experience any technical difficulties with the on-line application, please contact webhelpdesk@wiu.edu for technical assistance.