EIU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 65.35%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1000. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $13,377
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,859
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at EIU:
- Total Enrollment: 8,505, including 1,283 online students
- 6,785 Undergraduate, 1,720 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 42.6% men, 57.4% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 47%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 29%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 72%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 102 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 31 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's.
EIU Overview
Eastern Illinois University (EIU) is a four-year, public school located in Charleston, IL. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The EIU's tuition & fees is $13,377 for Illinois residents and $15,859 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 55% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $13,020.
The school has a total enrollment of 8,505 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
EIU's acceptance rate is 65.35% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 9.81%. The median SAT score is 1000.
EIU ranked 42nd in Illinois Colleges rankings. Eastern Illinois University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Eastern Illinois University is $13,377 for in-state students and $15,859 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,647 for in-state students and $23,214 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,635 for Illinois residents and $16,158 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,889 for Illinois residents and $23,745 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,377 | $15,859 |
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| Graduate | $11,647 | $23,214 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $13,635 | $16,158 |
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| Graduate | $11,889 | $23,745 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Eastern Illinois University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at EIU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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