Eastern Illinois University

Eastern Illinois University is a large four-year, primarily residential school, located in a remote small town (Charleston, Illinois). It is a public school, located in the exciting Great Lakes area of the country.

Louis V. Hencken is the President of the school. You can find more information about Eastern Illinois University by visiting their website.

Eastern Illinois University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, your high school ranking (where you were in your class), your transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 73% were admitted. There are currently 12,349 students enrolled in the Eastern Illinois University.

The school provides credit for life experiences, as well as academic and career counseling services for students. If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 5,527 students. You may also choose to participate in a meals program.

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $15,620. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $5,207. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $120. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $15,979 per year and $26,391 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Eastern Illinois University
    600 Lincoln Avenue
    Charleston, IL  61920

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 12,349
    Website: http://www.eiu.edu
    General Info: 217-581-5000
    Admissions: 217-581-2223
    Financial Aid: 217-581-3713

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