Episode 2 of 3

Permission to Form College

When
1855
Where
Wheaton, Illinois
Part of
Wheaton Academy founded in West Chicago, Illinois

The Illinois Institute received permission to form a college in 1855.

In 1855, the founders of the Illinois Institute were granted permission to form a college. This development marked a significant step in the institutional evolution of the school, leading to its eventual reorganization.

Sources

  1. Wheaton Academy Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-19

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