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Eastern Illinois University

Charleston, Illinois · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$42,694

Acceptance Rate

68%

Graduation Rate

50%

Annual Tuition

$13,403

At a Glance

Total Students

4,398

Retention Rate

70%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

35%

Median Debt

$21,500

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Eastern Illinois University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 67.8% and a student body of 4,398. The university's in-state tuition is $13,403. The graduation rate is 50.3%, and the retention rate is 70%.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $40,194. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $42,694, and after ten years, the median earnings are $51,989. The median debt for students is $21,500, and 35% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$40k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 61% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Eastern Illinois University alumni earn a median salary of $40,194. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $42,694. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $51,989. The median debt for graduates is $21,500.

Eastern Illinois University has a 67.8% acceptance rate and a 50.3% graduation rate. The retention rate is 70%. The in-state tuition is $13,403. Thirty-five percent of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Charleston, Illinois

Charleston, IL 61920

Eastern Illinois University is located in Charleston, Illinois. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Eastern Illinois University has an acceptance rate of 67.8%.