Overview
Student Population
| Location | Charleston, Illinois |
| Online | eiu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Charleston, Illinois, Eastern Illinois University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 8,580 prospective students applied, and 4,746 were granted admission. Of those admitted 798 enrolled in the school. 4,767 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,759 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $8,880 plus fees of $2,923. EIU is ranked 528 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 920/1110 |
| ACT | 18/22 |
| GPA | 3.33 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 15, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $150 |
| Other Fees | $2,923 |
| Room and Board | $9,882 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,470 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,305 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $150 |
| Other Fees | $2,923 |
| Room and Board | $9,882 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,470 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,525 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Business | 14% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=144892 IPEDS survey data for Eastern Illinois University.