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# Eastern Illinois University

> Eastern Illinois University (EIU) is a public comprehensive university located at 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, Illinois 61920. Founded in 1895, EIU offers 51 undergraduate degree programs, 32 graduate degree programs, and 10 post-baccalaureate certificate programs across more than 300 majors, minors, concentrations, and options. EIU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Panthers. Enrollment is approximately 8,857 students. The university mascot is the Panthers, and school colors are blue and gray.

Important notes:

- EIU's mission is to offer superior, accessible undergraduate and graduate education, guided by a faculty known for excellence in teaching, research, creative activity, and service
- The 320-acre residential campus features 11 residence halls, Greek Court, University Court, and University Apartments
- Faculty-student ratio is 1:15; graduation rate is 57 percent
- EIU offers over 40 online programs including bachelor's degrees, degree completion programs, master's degrees, and minors
- President: Jay Gatrell
- General campus phone: 217-581-5000
- Undergraduate admissions: 217-581-2223, admissions@eiu.edu
- Graduate admissions: 217-581-2220, graduate@eiu.edu

## About

- [About EIU](https://www.eiu.edu/about/index.php): Overview of the university including accreditation details and program quality
- [EIU at a Glance](https://www.eiu.edu/about/glance.php): Quick facts about campus, academics, costs, athletics, student life, and alumni
- [Mission and Vision](https://www.eiu.edu/about/mission.php): University mission and vision statements
- [Campus Map](https://www.eiu.edu/map/): Interactive map of the 320-acre campus
- [Contact Information](https://www.eiu.edu/contact.php): Directory of all campus offices and departments with phone numbers and emails
- [Privacy Statement](https://www.eiu.edu/about/privacy.php): University privacy policy

## Admissions

- [Office of Admissions](https://www.eiu.edu/admissions/): Main admissions page with application info, visit scheduling, and counselor connections
- [Apply to EIU](https://www.eiu.edu/myeiu/?type=signup&app_jump=1): Online application portal via MyEIU
- [MyEIU Portal](https://www.eiu.edu/myeiu/): Admissions portal for tracking applications, registering for visits, and exploring scholarships
- [Schedule a Visit](https://www.eiu.edu/admissions/visit.php): Campus visit options including personalized visits and admissions events
- [Cost of Attendance](https://www.eiu.edu/finaid/cost.php): Detailed tuition, fees, room and board information
- [International Students](https://www.eiu.edu/international/): Resources for international student admissions and support
- [Transfer Students](https://www.eiu.edu/transfer/): Transfer admission information and credit evaluation

## Academics

- [Majors and Programs](https://www.eiu.edu/majors/): Searchable directory of all undergraduate and graduate programs
- [Full Program List](https://www.eiu.edu/majors/list.php): Complete listing of every academic program at EIU
- [Online Programs](https://www.eiu.edu/online/): Over 40 online degree and certificate programs
- [Online Degree Options](https://www.eiu.edu/online/degrees.php): Searchable catalog of online undergraduate, graduate, and minor programs
- [Graduate School](https://www.eiu.edu/graduate/): Graduate programs info and admissions
- [Honors College](https://www.eiu.edu/honors/): Sandra and Jack Pine Honors College
- [Booth Library](https://www.eiu.edu/booth/welcome.php): University library resources and services
- [D2L (Brightspace)](https://www.eiu.edu/d2l/): Learning management system for current students

## Colleges and Schools

- [College of Liberal Arts and Sciences](https://www.eiu.edu/clas/)
- [Lumpkin College of Business and Technology](https://www.eiu.edu/lumpkin/)
- [College of Education](https://www.eiu.edu/coe/)
- [College of Health and Human Services](https://www.eiu.edu/chhs/)
- [Graduate School](https://www.eiu.edu/graduate/)
- [Honors College](https://www.eiu.edu/honors/)
- [School of Continuing Education](https://www.eiu.edu/adulted/)

## Financial Aid and Scholarships

- [Financial Aid](https://www.eiu.edu/finaid/): Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
- [Scholarships](https://www.eiu.edu/scholarships/): Searchable database of 800+ scholarships
- [Local Scholars Program](https://www.eiu.edu/scholarships/local-scholars.php): Financial aid program that can significantly reduce or eliminate tuition for qualified Illinois residents
- [Corporate Education Partners](https://www.eiu.edu/corporate/index.php): Corporate scholarship partnerships for online programs

## Student Life

- [Housing and Dining](https://www.eiu.edu/housing/): Residence halls, dining options, and housing applications
- [Student Recreation Center](https://www.eiu.edu/campusrec/): Recreation facilities serving 2,000+ students daily
- [Student Organizations](https://www.eiu.edu/slo/rso/rsoList.php): 170+ registered student organizations
- [Greek Life](https://www.eiu.edu/grklife/): 30 fraternities and sororities
- [Calendar of Events](https://www.eiu.edu/calendar/): University events calendar
- [Student Affairs](https://www.eiu.edu/stuaff/): Office of Student Affairs

## Student Services

- [Academic Advising Center](https://www.eiu.edu/advising/)
- [Academic Support Center](https://www.eiu.edu/academicsupportcenter/)
- [Office of Accessibility and Accommodations](https://www.eiu.edu/accommodations/)
- [Career Services](https://www.eiu.edu/careers/)
- [Counseling Center](https://www.eiu.edu/counsctr/)
- [Health Service](https://www.eiu.edu/health/)
- [Military Student Assistance Center](https://www.eiu.edu/veterans/)
- [Writing Center](https://www.eiu.edu/writing/)
- [Textbook Rental Services](https://www.eiu.edu/textbook/)

## Athletics

- [EIU Panthers Athletics](https://www.eiupanthers.com/): NCAA Division I athletics, Ohio Valley Conference and The Summit League
- [Panther Athletics Info](https://www.eiu.edu/about/glance.php): Sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball

## Alumni

- [Alumni Association](https://www.eiu.edu/alumniassociation/): Resources for EIU's 115,000+ alumni nationwide
- [Notable Alumni](https://www.eiu.edu/alumni/notablealumni.php): List includes Tony Romo, Sean Payton, John Malkovich, Joan Allen, former Gov. Jim Edgar, and many more

## Giving

- [Give to EIU](https://www.eiu.edu/giving.php): Make a gift to the university
- [University Advancement](https://www.eiu.edu/advancement/): Foundation and giving information

## Employment

- [Employment at EIU](https://www.eiu.edu/humanres/employment/): Job listings and employment resources

## News and Media

- [EIU Newsroom](https://www.eiu.edu/media/): University news and press releases

## Emergency and Safety

- [Emergency Information](https://www.eiu.edu/alerteiu/): Emergency alerts and safety resources
- [University Police](https://www.eiu.edu/police/): Campus police, emergency: 911, non-emergency: 217-581-3212

## Optional

- [A-Z Directory](https://www.eiu.edu/atoz.php): Alphabetical directory of all university departments and offices
- [Accessibility](https://www.eiu.edu/accessibility.php): Web accessibility information
- [Freedom of Information Act](https://www.eiu.edu/gcounsel/foia.php): FOIA requests
- [Concerns and Complaints](https://www.eiu.edu/complaints/): Filing concerns or complaints
- [Tobacco-Free Campus](https://www.eiu.edu/about/tobaccofree.php): Tobacco-free campus policy
- [Study Abroad](https://abroad.eiu.edu/): International study opportunities