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Millikin University
Millikin University
DECATUR, IL . 4 Year 3.5
#1620 in Best Colleges in America
1184 W MAIN ST DECATUR, IL 62522

Overview

Located in Decatur, Illinois, Millikin University was founded in 1901 by James Millikin and is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. The university offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs in the fields of arts and sciences, business, arts, and nursing. Its unique “Performance Learning” model emphasizes the application of classroom knowledge to enhance students' career competitiveness. The 75-acre campus is located in the heart of downtown and is home to a wide variety of student clubs, NCAA Division III athletic programs, and a vibrant performing arts scene. Millikin emphasizes small class sizes with a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 99.4% employment rate for graduates.

Rankings

  • 92

    #92 in Best Colleges for Performing Arts in America

  • 1620

    #1620 in Best Colleges in America

  • 99

    #99 in Best Colleges for Music in America

  • Best Colleges for Performing Arts in America 92 of 558
  • Best Colleges for Music in America 99 of 265
  • Best Colleges for Sports Management in America 150 of 454

Academics

  • B Academics
  • B Value
  • ADiversity
  • C+Campus
  • BAthletics
  • B+Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • C Location
  • CDorms
  • BCampus Food
  • B Student Life
  • C+Safety

Majors

  • Nursing
    65 Graduates
  • Business
    42 Graduates
  • Drama and Theatre Production
    35 Graduates
  • Performing Arts
    27 Graduates
  • Music Performance
    25 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Corrections
    20 Graduates
  • Biology
    19 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    16 Graduates
  • Accounting
    13 Graduates
  • Sport and Fitness Management
    13 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 75%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $32,198
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    55%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    96%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,693 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    119
  • Undergrads Over 25
    8%
  • Pell Grant
    40%
  • Varsity Athletes
    40%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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