Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Decatur, Illinois |
| Online | millikin.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Millikin University is a private institution situated in Decatur, Illinois, approximately 180 miles southwest of Chicago and 40 miles east of Springfield. The campus spans 75 acres in a residential area and features a mix of historic Tudor-Gothic and modern architecture, including the original Shilling Hall constructed in 1902. Founded by businessman James Millikin in partnership with the Presbyterian Church, the university maintains a liberal arts foundation while being recognized for its School of Music, College of Fine Arts, and Tabor School of Business. The university offers traditional undergraduate residential programs with required on-campus living for first-year and sophomore students, housed across several residence halls and apartment-style units. Millikin's academic programs emphasize performance learning, integrating classroom theory with practical experience, particularly in nursing, theater, and business programs.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Milikin is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Millikin University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#518 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#360 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#26 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#20 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#112 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 860/1170 |
| ACT | 14/24 |
| GPA | 3.4 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $892 |
| Room and Board | $13,330 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,100 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 19% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 18% |
| Business | 15% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Communication | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025