Bradley University – Peoria
Bradley University is a private university located right in Peoria. With around 5,000 undergraduate students, Bradley has a close-knit campus community. The school has an expansive catalog of academic programs with standout reputations in business, education, engineering, journalism, and healthcare programs.
Prospective students can tour Bradley’s 85-acre campus through student-led tours or specialized visits for high school groups. Campus visits can be customized based on your students’ interests and needs. Tours highlight the various residence halls, academic buildings, fitness centers, and dining options. You’ll also have opportunities to meet with faculty, staff, and current students.
Campus Address: 1501 W Bradley Ave, Peoria, IL 61625
Distance from Peoria: On-site in Peoria
Illinois State University – Normal
Illinois State University is a public university with around 20,000 students located in the neighboring city of Normal. The university has nine academic colleges offering over 200 majors. Some of the most popular programs include business, teaching, nursing, psychology, and criminal justice.
Groups can schedule a specialized campus tour Monday through Friday that includes a student-led walking tour and information session. Tours showcase residence halls, academic facilities, the student fitness center, and the picturesque quad. Groups visiting campus can also arrange to have lunch in one of ISU’s dining halls.
Campus Address: Campus Box 4060, Normal, IL 61790
Distance from Peoria: 1 hour via I-74
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is one of the top public research universities in the country. With over 50,000 students across 17 academic colleges, the university offers over 150 undergraduate majors. Some of the school’s most reputable programs include engineering, agriculture, library sciences, education, and business.
Groups can schedule specialized tours showcasing the university’s world-class facilities and resources. Tours hit popular spots like the Main Quad, Alma Mater statue, State Farm Center, Engineering Quad, and various libraries. Groups can also arrange campus tours that align with specific areas of study.
Campus Address: 601 E John St, Champaign, IL 61820
Distance from Peoria: 2 hours via I-74
Western Illinois University – Macomb
Western Illinois University is a public university located in Macomb with two additional campuses in Moline and the Quad Cities. The school has an enrollment of around 7,500 students and offers over 60 undergraduate majors across nine colleges.
Visiting groups can schedule a specialized 2-hour walking tour of campus led by an admissions counselor and WIU student. Tours hit spots like the Horn Field Campus, Sherman Hall, Tillman Hall, and Western Hall. Groups also have opportunities to grab a bite in WIU’s dining hall.
Campus Address: 1 University Cir, Macomb, IL 61455
Distance from Peoria: 1.5 hours via US-136
Augustana College – Rock Island
Augustana College is a private liberal arts college located along the Mississippi River in Rock Island. The college has around 2,500 students pursuing one of its 50+ academic programs. Standout majors include business, biology, communication sciences and disorders, and education.
Visiting groups can schedule a specialized 1-hour walking tour covering Augustana’s picturesque 115-acre campus. Tours hit spots like Old Main, museums, residence halls, and the charming Quad. Groups also have opportunities to observe classes and meet with professors.
Campus Address: 639 38th St, Rock Island, IL 61201
Distance from Peoria: 1.5 hours via I-74
Knox College – Galesburg
Knox College is a private liberal arts college located in Galesburg with just over 1,000 enrolled students. The school offers over 60 majors, minors and pre-professional tracks. Some of Knox’s most reputable programs include psychology, biology, business, and political science.
Visiting student groups can schedule a specialized walking tour covering academic buildings, residence halls, dining facilities and more. Tours also discuss Knox’s rich history, student organizations, and study abroad opportunities. Add-on options include meeting with an admissions counselor, sitting in on a class, or grabbing a bite in the dining hall.
Campus Address: 2 E South St, Galesburg, IL 61401
Distance from Peoria: 1 hour via I-74
University of Notre Dame – South Bend, IN
Looking to visit colleges in a neighboring state? The University of Notre Dame is a private Catholic research university located just over the Illinois border in South Bend, Indiana. Notre Dame has over 12,000 students and is well-regarded for its undergraduate academics and Division I athletics.
Prospective students can schedule a 1.5-hour walking tour highlighting Notre Dame’s historic buildings, libraries, residence halls, athletic facilities, and picturesque lakes. Groups can also arrange to meet with an admissions officer or have lunch on campus after their tour.
Campus Address: 400 Main Bldg, Notre Dame, IN 46556
Distance from Peoria: 3.5 hours via I-80 and I-90
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