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Escaping the hustle and bustle of larger communities, the approximately 23,000 residents of Charleston, Illinois, are able to take advantage of opportunities usually reserved for much larger areas. Located in east central Illinois, Charleston combines small town living and access to many large Midwest cities with educational, social and cultural opportunities for its' residents and guests making it a truly wonderful place to live, work and study.
Whether you prefer to hang-out on or off-campus, a number of activities are waiting for you. Visit one of our area coffee shops, parks or restaurants. Stop by one of the local movie theatres, night spots or the Tarble Arts Center. Take advantage of the area's many special events like Charleston's Christmas In the Heart of Charleston, and the Coles County Fair, or the university's various concerts, comedians, athletic events, lectures and programs, (NPHC Step Show, IHSA Track Finals, Homecoming etc) the Mattoon - Charleston area has a lot to offer.
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