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Eastern Illinois University
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  • 4 Year
  • CHARLESTON, IL

Report Card

grade B
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B
  2. Value
    grade B+
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade C+
  5. Athletics
    grade B+
  6. Party Scene
    grade A minus
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade C+
  9. Dorms
    grade B+
  10. Campus Food
    grade B minus
  11. Student Life
    grade B
  12. Safety
    grade A minus

About

600 LINCOLN AVE
CHARLESTON, IL 61920
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Ohio Valley Conference

From Eastern Illinois University

Welcome to Eastern Illinois University, where you can be part of a welcoming community that genuinely cares about you. We’ve got more than just a top-notch education to offer — we’ve got your back with academic, financial, and personal support to help you make your dreams come true. Picture yourself in the not-so-distant future walking across the stage in your graduation gear while your family and friends cheer you on. That’s the day we’re all working toward at EIU and we’re here to help you become that amazing version of yourself.

Welcome home, future Panther!

Eastern Illinois University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
68%
SAT Range
900-1120
ACT Range
17-23
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$13,380 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$11,773 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
81%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 83 responses
77%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 93 responses
71%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 92 responses

Majors

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academic spotlight

Employers love our students because they know EIU students are being well-prepared for success in the classroom. That’s why more than 200 recruiters from all over come to our campus job fairs. And our Career Services team is amazing! Plus, you can connect with Career Services even before you start classes at EIU if you need help choosing a major.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    29%
  • On Campus
    27%
  • Online
    44%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,966 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,869
Undergrads Over 25
12%
Pell Grant
53%
Varsity Athletes
9%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 61 responses
  • College kid
    62%
  • Helpful
    21%
  • Grounded
    7%
  • Determined
    5%
  • Awful
    3%
  • Stressed
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
49%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 119 responses
Poll
52%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 115 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 79 responses
  • Decent
    27%
  • Amazing
    20%
  • Determined to provide opportunities for success
    10%
  • Unique
    10%
  • Home away from home
    8%
  • Life changing
    8%
  • Strong
    6%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,200 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
55%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%
88%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 64 responses

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