Justice, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity

Demographics

Western Illinois University is committed to justice, inclusion, diversity and equity. We respect every person regardless of their age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, general identity, gender expression, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, and veteran status. Every member of our WIU community is essential to creating and upholding an inclusive and welcoming climate that is respectable, civil, and supportive for our students, faculty, staff and guests.

WIU Enrollment (Fall 2023)

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Macomb and QC Combined

Total Enrollment: 7,073
Minority: 31.6%

  • White: 3,824 (55.2%)
  • Black: 1,164 (16.8%)
  • International: 918 (13.3%)
  • Hispanic: 725 (10.5%)
  • Two or More: 193 (2.8%)
  • Asian: 89 (1.3%)
  • American Indian: 9 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander: 6 (0.1%)
  • Unknown: 145 (2.1%)
Macomb Campus

Total Enrollment: 6,205
Minority: 32.5%

  • White: 3,203 (52.7%)
  • Black: 1,113 (18.3%)
  • International: 900 (14.8%)
  • Hispanic: 616 (10.1%)
  • Two or More: 168 (2.8%)
  • Asian: 68 (1.1%)
  • American Indian: 7 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander: 5 (0.1%)
  • Unknown: 125 (4.2%)
Quad Cities Campus

Total Enrollment: 868
Minority: 24.6%

  • White: 621 (73.2%)
  • Black: 51 (6.0%)
  • International: 18 (2.1%)
  • Hispanic: 109 (12.9%)
  • Two or More: 25 (2.9%)
  • Asian: 21 (2.5%)
  • American Indian: 2 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander: 1 (0.1%)
  • Unknown: 20 (8.1%)