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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend EIU.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at EIU. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend EIU and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend EIU in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at EIU.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at EIU – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at EIU and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at EIU finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at EIU.

Eastern Illinois University

Eastern Illinois University is a comprehensive institution, fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. The university is located on 320 beautifully landscaped acres in Charleston, Ill. Eastern provides the total education experience, while maintaining those personal relationships that its students expect and value. Offering baccalaureate and master’s degrees, Eastern enrolls over 11,000 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Small class sizes allow close individual attention and guidance by faculty known for their excellence in teaching, research, creative activity and service. During its 115-year history, Eastern has enriched the lives of generations of students and established a lasting reputation for excellence. The university’s reputation reflects its mission to provide superior, yet accessible undergraduate and graduate education in the arts, sciences, humanities and professions.

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Living in the EIU Community

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Eastern is committed to the development and growth of the whole student through a comprehensive network of high quality professional services and programs which facilitate formal, informal, and collaborative learning. We strive to create a healthy and responsive community in which students learn to work together, develop relationships, broaden concerns for the welfare of others, and appreciate individual differences. Students are encouraged to balance their freedom with their responsibilities as they cultivate values of diversity, leadership and citizenship.

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