Admission Guidelines

Portfolio Review

• A portfolio review is required for admission into the Illinois Wesleyan School of Art & Design B.F.A. degree program and/or to qualify for art scholarships.
• Students applying for a B.A. degree in art are not required to submit a portfolio, but it is an option for talent scholarship consideration.
• Transfer students into the B.F.A. or B.A. art program are required to submit a portfolio.
• To create a digital portfolio, we suggest using a high-quality digital camera to photograph artwork against a neutral background. The resolution should be sufficiently high to identify the smallest details of the original work of art. The portfolio should consist of a minimum of ten examples of your best and most recent work. 
• Digital portfolios may be uploaded as part of the admission application.
• Students may also present their work in person. To arrange an in-person portfolio review, call 309-556-3077 or email Amy Burk (aburk@iwu.edu).
• Visit the Admissions site for additional Application Guidelines. 

 

Scholarships and Financial Aid

• We offer Alumni Talent Scholarships in Art to deserving students. These renewable scholarships are awarded on the basis of a portfolio review and academic background, with awards up to $39,000.
• Over 90% of incoming students from all backgrounds qualify for scholarship or grant assistance. Over half of tuition, on average, is covered by scholarships and grants for incoming Illinois Wesleyan students.
• Apply for the McLean County Scholarship.
• In addition, Illinois Wesleyan University helps students obtain grants, campus employment and loans based on financial need. Families must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Assistance (FASFA) and an Illinois Wesleyan University Financial Aid Application or CSS Profile.
• Learn more about financial aid at IWU.