About Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion

Founded in 1920, Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion. is a Private college. Located in Indiana, which is a city setting in Indiana, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 2,782 full time undergraduate students, and 258 full time graduate students.

The Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 279 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate73%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range920-1170
ACT Range21-27

Admissions at IWU are considered Selective, with ,58% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 21 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

83% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 57% were in the top quarter, and 26% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
49%
“We know about current events and vote”
49%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
2%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
2%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
30%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
23%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
7%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
55%
“We live for the big game”
6%
“It”s not really our thing”
4%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
35%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
26%
“They keep regular office hours”
68%
“They”re always available”
87%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
12%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
2%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
75%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
25%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
66%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
32%
“There might be people who do”
2%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
49%
“We know about current events and vote”
49%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
2%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
2%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
30%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
23%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
7%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
55%
“We live for the big game”
6%
“It”s not really our thing”
4%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
35%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
26%
“They keep regular office hours”
68%
“They”re always available”
87%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
12%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
2%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
75%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
25%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
66%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
32%
“There might be people who do”
2%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    177 Students rated on-campus housing 4.3 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    111 Students rated off-campus housing 3.2 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    178 Students rated campus food 3.9 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    186 Students rated campus facilities 4.7 stars. 75 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    186 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 61 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    187 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    186 Students rated local services 4 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    185 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion?

60 Students rated Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion

Patrick - 04/30/2023

My opinions on Indiana Wesleyan University are that it seems like an amazing college/university, so much so that i am even planning to go for my studies and possibly become a professional pilot. The campus is nice and the dorms of which i was entertained to were very lovely and relatively spacious. The libarary also seemed quaint, quiet, and a sweet place to relax and in general, study. Inside of the student center there is not only food, but also a movie theatre in the middle of the building. The people there seemed kind, unobnoxious. They all stayed within their own business or groups' business while i was attending for my visit at the campus to see how it would be to stay there and do my classes. IWU has a large recreational center, at least in my opinion, having two gym sections, a basketball court, and a swimming pool. Outside on the grass in some area which i cannot remember of, perhaps between the dorms, there is a sand volleyball area for playing volleyball like it should be played. Not only that, another fun part of the recreational activities is that they have a "campus golf", the game being golf likely with clubs. The game as i was told, is done indoors with a tennis ball and when they play the game they set down some holes and greens if i remember correctly, so that seems extremely fun. I would say that Indiana Wesleyan University would be a nice place to stay at and go to, and i would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to go. In fact, another reason why i recommend it is due to them adding a professional pilot program to their classes. That is the class that i'll be taking, and i just simply recommend the school.

Rinky

I love it! I love the way the classes are set up. I don't have to worry about which class I want to take next, once registered in the program, the classes are all set up. I like that that syllabus is constant. I know exactly when my assignments are due. I know what is expected of me and how the grades are being recorded. It's straightforward. For someone who was out of school for more than 15 years, this was a scary move, but Indiana Wesleyan has made it easier to become and adult learner.

Tia

I think Indiana Wesleyan University is a great place to live and study. I would recommend anyone to come here to study. The art classes are great and there are a lot of great equipment and teachers at the school. The gen eds are also very informational and are a great way to see other ways of looking at life and the world around us.

Jonah

What makes the college is the people. Everyone there is very nice to talk with, and will help you in any way they can. All of my professors that I've had are fantastic, and really want you to learn, not just get a good grade. The atmosphere is safe, and you should be comfortable walking around at night with no worries whatsoever. I love it here!

Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion is 73%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I could go back in time and talk to myself in my senior year of high school I would stress the most how important it is to be confident with yourself and try new things. The transition to college for me was rough because I was a bookworm. I was afraid to make friends even though I wanted to becasue I thought it would get in the way of my work. I was isolated and that led to developement problems within myself and my identity. People aren't going to bite you and you will never know what will happen until you try. It is important to reach out of your comfort zone and make good relationships with people so that when times get rough you have a support group. Don't isolate, congregate! That is the motto I would give my high school self when she was on the edge of entering the college world.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Indiana Wesleyan University is a great place to grow and change as a person, not only academically, but socially and spiritually be challenged.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is the faculty. The professors at Indiana Wesleyan University, along with being well established in their fields of study, make themselves available to students outside of the classroom. Whether it is getting coffee at the local coffee shop or spending long hours working through calculus, professors at my school have a desire not only for their students to succeed in the class room but also in life. From custodians, cafeteria workers, to upper administration faculty at Indiana Wesleyan University have made going to college a great experience.

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  5. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    People who don't want to go to classes and want to party and be drunk all the time shouldn't consider coming to this school.

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  6. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Studious, religious, driven, and social.

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  7. Describe the students at your school.

    very helpful, spiritual, and eager to learn

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  8. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for its Christ-centered academic atmosphere. It is also know for its nursing, education, and ministry programs.

    Read all  26 answers
  9. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I had understood the amount of responsibility that I would have for myself, so I could better prepare before coming to school.

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  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about my school is probably that it has so little diversity. The number of racially diverse has increased this adademic school year, but the great majority of the school consists of white, middle to upper-middle class students from conservative backgrounds. I would love to see more students of different races and countries around the world. It would also be better if students and faculty were open to more discussion about new, original ideas and views that are not consistent with the perspectives of the majority.

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  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    What I brag most about Indiana Wesleyan University is that it is a community that wants the students to be in a safe environment for learning and to grow spiritually among others that want to help. It is a great school where everyone is friendly and really want to make a difference in their career.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Again, the Christian atmosphere and emphasis on biblical principles were very important to me in my progress and my educational experience.

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  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    I have not encountered anything about my school that I view as frustrating.

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Student Body

Students

66%

female

34%

male

2,782

Total Undergrad Enrollment

258

Total Grad Students

43%

Out-Of-State

56%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

35

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

18%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
3%
% Hispanic/Latino
4%
% White or Caucasian
82%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

89% of students attending Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion receive some sort of financial aid. 28% were awarded federal grants. While 55% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$25,346

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,380

Books and Supplies

$8,148

Room and Board

34,874

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$15,026
$30 - $48K
$14,386
$48 - $75K
$16,608
$75 - $110K
$19,888
$110K & UP
$25,356

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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