Educads
See all destinations →
Countries Universities Courses Subjects Compare Study Abroad Rankings Scholarships Success Stories Guides
EI Eastern Illinois University logo

Eastern Illinois University

· Public University

Admissions open
Apply Compare
Type
Public University
Founded
—
Students
—
International
—

Eastern Illinois University: the applicant's brief

6 findings

  1. The short answer

    Eastern Illinois University is a public university in Charleston, Illinois, in the United States. It suits students who want a U.S. public university that awards bachelor’s and master’s degrees across a small set of broad college areas.

  2. What you can study

    Eastern Illinois University awards bachelor’s and master’s degrees in programs organized into four colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business and Technology, Education, and Health & Human Services. The full programme catalogue is still the thing to check on the university website, especially if you need a specific major or graduate route.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s normal admissions process and check the official website for entry requirements, deadlines, required documents, and any programme-specific conditions. If you are applying from abroad, confirm how the university handles academic transcripts, English-language requirements, and visa-related steps with admissions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students here; confirm the current tuition and any additional charges with its admissions office. Living costs in Charleston will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so check current estimates before you apply.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, also check visa timing, document requirements, housing options, and whether your intended programme has any extra admissions steps.

  6. How it compares

    Among the 2,515 universities in the United States, Eastern Illinois University is one public option with bachelor’s and master’s degrees and four broad academic colleges. That makes it a straightforward choice if you want a conventional U.S. university structure rather than a highly specialized institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Eastern Illinois University

What type of university is Eastern Illinois University?

It is a public university.

Where is Eastern Illinois University located?

It is in Charleston, Illinois, United States.

What degrees does it award?

It awards bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

Which colleges organize its programmes?

Its programmes are organized into Arts and Sciences, Business and Technology, Education, and Health & Human Services.

Overview

Eastern Illinois University is a public university in Charleston, Illinois, United States. Established in 1895, EIU awards bachelor's and master's degrees in programs organized into four colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business and Technology, Education, and Health & Human Services.

Programs at Eastern Illinois University

124 programs across 4 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Applied Engineering

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Applied Physics

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art (BFA)

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biological Sciences

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Biology Education

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Communication Studies

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Computer Engineering

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Construction Management

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Cybersecurity

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Digital Media Technology

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Drafting Design

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Elementary Education

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Emergency Management

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Engineering

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

French Education

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

General Management

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Geology

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Health Administration

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health Practice

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Hospitality & Tourism

Hospitality & Tourism

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Human Services

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Journalism

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Pure Mathematics

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Special Education

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Sport Management

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Theatre

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Other

Media & Communication

Advertising

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Africana Studies

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Aging Studies

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Art - Art History

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Art - Studio Art

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Arts, Design & Architecture

Creative Writing

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Business & Management

Ops Management

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

Philosophy

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Social Sciences & Psychology

School Counseling

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Applied Sociology

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Counseling

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Executive MBA

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music Theory

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Nursing Education

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Online MBA

Eastern Illinois University

🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Computer Science & IT

Technology

Eastern Illinois University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Diploma

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

—

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Related universities

UB University of California, Berkeley logo

University of California, Berkeley

Berkeley, California, United States · Public University

★ 72 QS World #12 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
USD 37,500 – USD 50,500/yr
Founded
1868
MU Marywood University logo

Marywood University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
—
LU Lindenwood University logo

Lindenwood University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
—
SU Sullivan University logo

Sullivan University

United States · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
—
Founded
—

Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

Stay updated

Get admission alerts, scholarship deadlines & university news — free.