Skip to main content
68.0%Acceptance
$13,403Tuition
4,398Students
45%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$51,989Earnings
Public4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
68.0%
Average SAT
1,010
SAT Range (25th–75th)
900–1,120
Total Enrollment
4,398

Admissions Overview

Eastern Illinois University is less selective with a 68% acceptance rate. Most students who apply get in, making this an accessible option for many Illinois residents. The middle 50% of students score between 900-1120 on the SAT, with an average of 1010. These scores reflect the university's commitment to serving a broad range of students rather than chasing top rankings. EIU seeks students who value hands-on learning and want to make a difference in their communities. The school particularly attracts future teachers, given its nationally recognized education programs, and student-athletes who want to compete at the Division I level while getting personal attention from faculty.