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Eastern Illinois University is a public institution in Charleston with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1010, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.4K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,989 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,093.
Established
1895
Mascot
Billy the Panther
Type
Public university
Conference
Illinois
Division
Division I
68%Acceptance
1010SAT Avg
4,398Students
15:1Student:Faculty
45%Grad Rate
$51,989Earnings 10yr
$14,093Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate67.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1010
Reading & WritingMid: 520
460570
MathMid: 500
430540
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$13,403
Tuition (out-of-state)$15,879
Room & Board$11,298
Books & Supplies$150
Total Cost of Attendance$26,164
Average Net Price$14,093
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,412
$30–48K$9,774
$48–75K$12,371
$75–110K$19,132
$110K+$21,672
Programs (98)
Student Body
Undergrads
4,398
Gender Split
61% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
34%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%
Race & Ethnicity
White 57%
Black 18%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate45.2%
Freshman Retention70.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$42,694
8 Years$48,019
10 Years$51,989
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$40,400
Men
$53,700
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Source: Wikipedia