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Eastern Illinois University

Charleston, IL · Public · Remote town · Website

Admission rate
65%
Accessible
Average net price
$12,717
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
50%
Median earnings
$55,885
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Eastern Illinois University is a public college in Charleston, IL with 4,188 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, and admitted students average 1000 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,717 per year ($9,813 for families earning under $30,000). 50% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $55,885 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
65%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
11,648
Fall 2023
Admitted
7,892
Fall 2023
Yield
10%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing460–560
200800
SAT Math420–530
200800

What Eastern Illinois University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$26,962
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$14,654
Out-of-state tuition
$17,261

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$9,813
  • $30–48k$9,968
  • $48–75k$9,713
  • $75–110k$14,840
  • $110k+$20,729

Get a personal estimate with Eastern Illinois University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
50%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$55,885
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,623
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,188
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
31%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black18%
  • Asian2%

Eastern Illinois University FAQ

What is Eastern Illinois University's acceptance rate?+

Eastern Illinois University admits 65% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Eastern Illinois University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 460–560 on SAT Reading and Writing and 420–530 on SAT Math; the average total is 1000.

Is Eastern Illinois University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Eastern Illinois University?+

In Fall 2023, 11,648 students applied to Eastern Illinois University and 7,892 were admitted; 819 enrolled.

Does Eastern Illinois University consider legacy status?+

No. Eastern Illinois University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Eastern Illinois University require an essay?+

Eastern Illinois University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Eastern Illinois University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $26,962 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,717.

What is Eastern Illinois University's graduation rate?+

50% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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