General Education at Western Illinois University
If you are interested in studying General Education, consider the program at Western Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 12 general education degrees were granted at Western Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Western Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
General Education Rankings at Western Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Western Illinois University’s General Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 11 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #112 of 397 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 406 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Education graduates at Western Illinois University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Education graduates at Western Illinois University are 100% women (12) and 0% men (0).
General Education Master’s Program at Western Illinois University
Of the 12 master’s general education degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 100% were women (12) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Education master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of General Education master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, above the national average of 36%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Education Concentrations at Western Illinois University
This General Education program at Western Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Education | 12 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Education Graduates
Those who complete General Education program at Western Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for General Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.