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#16 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

Millikin University

Decatur, Illinois

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Overview

Enrollment

1,807
Millikin University overview
Location Decatur, Illinois
Online millikin.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Small City
Religious Affiliation Presbyterian Church (USA)
Millikin University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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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

6/10

Overall

6/10

Academics

8/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

10/10

Value

Milikin is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Admission Standards

Moderate
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SAT 930/1200
ACT 20/27
GPA 3.4

Applications Accepted

75.4% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$40,740
Costs for Millikin University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$892
Room and Board $12,836
Budget for Other Expenses$2,100
Total One Year Cost$57,568

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$47,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

65% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Millikin University students
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, 2024