Here are a few of the ways in which your gifts help students:

Providing scholarships and financial aid
In the 2005-2006 academic year, IWU provided a combined total of over $22 million of the nearly $30 million awarded to its students from all sources (need and merit).  The University was responsible for 73% of all need and merit-based aid.

Allowing recruitment of the best and brightest faculty
Quality instruction is the foundation of any educational experience, and Illinois Wesleyan prides itself on its accomplished faculty.  Financial support also allows guest lecturers to contribute to the University's rich academic atmosphere.

Fostering leading research at the undergraduate level
Every year, across academic disciplines, IWU students complete individual and collaborative research projects.  They present their findings at IWU's John Wesley Powell Research Conference each spring, and some garner invitations to national research conferences, as well.

Building and maintaining top-notch facilities and equipment
Your gifts enhance IWU's ability to provide one of the best small school physical plants in the country.  The University is committed to providing facilities that encourage scholarship, community, and well-being within its student body.

Supporting extracurricular and service activities
Illinois Wesleyan believes the college experience should include opportunities to grow personally as well as intellectually.  To that end, there are approximately 200 registered student organizations on campus.  Your gifts help support this effort for sound mind and body.