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Millikin University is the leader in Performance Learning. Starting on day one, Millikin students perform the work of their future career through hands-on, real-world experiences. Our students run their own businesses. Tour with rock bands. Conduct graduate-level cancer research. Manage art galleries. All while building a professional network they will carry throughout their careers. Millikin’s Performance Learning propels students to career success — 99% of Millikin graduates gain employment or enter graduate school within six months of graduation.
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Academic programs

  • Design
  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nursing
  • Communication
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Economics
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

First-year

First-year students are students who are currently attending high school or who have graduated high school and have earned fewer than 12 hours of college credit. To apply to Millikin, first-year students should submit their application and transcripts. ACT or SAT scores are encouraged but not required. Recommendations are also welcomed and in some cases will be required, based upon high school GPA.

Transfer

Transfer students make up nearly 20% of Millikin’s student body. Transfer applicants should have completed credits from an approved institution, a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and a completed transfer application for admission. Transfer students must have official transcripts from EVERY college they have attended sent to Millikin.

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Additional information

Millikin University is committed to providing a private school education at an affordable cost. Effective Fall 2024, the Millikin Tuition Promise reduces our annual tuition rate by 36%, to $26,000, for all full-time traditional undergraduate students. Every admitted Millikin student receives an Academic Excellence Scholarship, as well as a personalized financial aid package that further reduces their cost.  

In addition, Millikin’s Big Blue Pledge: Illinois Free Tuition Program represents an investment in Illinois students who may lack the financial options necessary to pursue a college education by covering 100% of their undergraduate tuition in their first year at Millikin.

Visit us

Millikin’s Campus Visit Days provide students and families the chance to experience the Millikin difference! Students will tour our vibrant campus, learn about our nationally recognized academic and athletic programs, hear from current faculty and students, and get important information about our competitive financial aid packages. Can’t attend a Campus Visit Day? No problem! We’ll customize an individual visit just for you. RSVP today at www.millikin.edu/visit.

"My Millikin experience has changed me for the better. I’m wiser. I have more confidence. I’m a leader. And, I’m more passionate than ever. I look at college as an opportunity to grow into a better person, and that’s what I’ve done since I’ve arrived at Millikin. I will continue to grow and spread my leadership throughout my city, my institution, and the world.”