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Eastern Illinois University

Eastern Illinois University is a medium, public institution located in Charleston, il. Founded in 1895, Eastern Illinois University offers undergraduate degrees in 98 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 4,586 undergraduates
cost $12,809 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Eastern Illinois University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 68.0%
SAT score average 1000
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.47
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Eastern Illinois University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
15 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching
Engineering and Technology
Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Business and Management

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Educational Administration and Supervision
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $12,809
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,812
Books & supplies $150
Other expenses $2,734
Cost of attendance* $26,505
Average financial aid package $17,397
Estimated cost $9,108 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $15,274
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,812
Books & supplies $150
Other expenses $2,734
Cost of attendance* $28,970
Average financial aid package $17,397
Estimated cost $11,573 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Eastern Illinois University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,586, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

8,804

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
52%
African American %
12%
Hispanic American %
16%
Asian %
4%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
14%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Eastern Illinois University, students love their Greek-Lettered Organizations, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 600 Lincoln Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920
phone 217-581-5000
address https://www.eiu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Greek-lettered organizations

Registered student organizations

Intramural sports

University board

Civic engagement & volunteerism

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Eastern Illinois University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Eastern Illinois University?

Eastern Illinois University is located in Charleston, il.

What is the acceptance rate at Eastern Illinois University? 

The acceptance rate for Eastern Illinois University is 68%.

What’s the average GPA for Eastern Illinois University?

The average high school GPA for Eastern Illinois University students was 3.47.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Eastern Illinois University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Eastern Illinois University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $106,020.

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