Race & Ethnicity
Western Illinois University has a diverse student body with 40% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Western Illinois University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Western Illinois University has a gender distribution of 56% female students and 44% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
30% of total enrollment
39% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Western Illinois University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 53% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 14% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
53%
Traditional Age (18-21)
14%
Non-Traditional (25+)
32%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Western Illinois University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 92% in-state residents, 7% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
92% of student body
7% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
29 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
40%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
56%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
14%
Non-Traditional Age