Western Illinois University

Western Illinois University ranks #1,817 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 71.64 out of 100. It ranks #412 nationally.

| Global Rank 1817 | Overall Score 71.64 |
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Top Country #412

Top North America #488

Top World #1,817

Western Illinois University Institutional Profile & Capacity

About Western Illinois University

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Western Illinois University, located in the United States, is known for its commitment to student success and community engagement. The campus environment promotes diversity and inclusion, fostering a sense of belonging among students. Western Illinois emphasizes experiential learning, encouraging students to participate in internships and research opportunities. The supportive faculty and resources enhance the overall student experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Western Illinois University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
71.64
Global Rank
#1,817
Regional Rank
#488
Country Rank
#412
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Western Illinois University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Western Illinois University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

70 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

72 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

69 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

60 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

64 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

65 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

68 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

55 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

54 / 100

Institutional Awards

50 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

52 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

48 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

67 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

65 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

70 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

68 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

62 / 100

Quality of Employment

66 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

58 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

56 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

57 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

55 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

60 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

57 / 100

International Student Support

61 / 100

International Students & Faculty

63 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

59 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

62 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

50 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

49 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

51 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

53 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

52 / 100

Research Output & Scale

54 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

55 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

61 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

65 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

62 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

65 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

68 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

70 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

68 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

63 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

66 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

64 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

66 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

67 / 100

Student Support Services

63 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

61 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

62 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

56 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

57 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

57 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

58 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

56 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

58 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

60 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

59 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

60 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

52 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

53 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

54 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

54 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

55 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

52 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

53 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

69 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

66 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

67 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

68 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

70 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

70 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

68 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

64 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

72 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

69 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

65 / 100

Western Illinois University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Western Illinois University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1532
1981 NA #1540
1982 NA #1549
1983 NA #1548
1984 NA #1548
1985 NA #1551
1986 NA #1494
1987 NA #1494
1988 NA #1464
1989 NA #1494
1990 NA #1460
1991 NA #1494
1992 NA #1494
1993 NA #1558
1994 NA #1494
1995 NA #1494
1996 NA #1494
1997 NA #1473
1998 NA #1494
1999 NA #1494
2000 NA #1599
2001 NA #1597
2002 NA #1543
2003 NA #1579
2004 NA #1579
2005 NA #1542
2006 NA #1544
2007 NA #1615
2008 NA #1573
2009 NA #1612
2010 NA #1570
2011 NA #1650
2012 NA #1576
2013 NA #1606
2014 NA #1612
2015 NA #1534
2016 NA #1508
2017 NA #1532
2018 NA #1532
2019 NA #2877
2020 NA #2863
2021 NA #3186
2022 NA #2138
2023 70 #1595
2024 69.57 #1595
2025 68.68 #1771
2026 68.68 #1771
2027 71.64 #1817

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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