Cost of Attendance
The charts below give a good idea of what it will cost to live and learn at Eastern Illinois University in 2013-2014. These charts reflect maximum educational costs allowed for financial aid purposes. In addition to tuition/fees and room/board the cost of attendance includes other allowable expenses such as supplies, travel, and miscellaneous expenses. These are referred to as indirect costs. Supplies, travel, and miscellaneous expenses are not paid directly to the University. Also, room and board for off-campus or commuter students is paid by the student directly to the landlord, property manager, or family member.
Comparing Costs and Financial Aid
There are a variety of tools to use when comparing cost of attendance and financial aid packages from various schools. You may even want to develop your own spreadsheet.
If you would like more information on comparing costs and financial aid, consider using the following tool from College Board. (click on "Compare Aid Awards" under Tools)
Another excellent tool for comparing costs and financial aid is offered through the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC).
Payment Plan
Eastern Illinois University's Payment Plan is administered through Student Accounts.
Guaranteed Tuition Rate Plan
Effective Fall 2004, Eastern Illinois University implemented a “Guaranteed Tuition Rate Plan.'" The Guaranteed Tuition Rate Plan provides that tuition for new undergraduate students will remain the same for four continuous academic years. The guaranteed tuition rate period is extended for undergraduate degree programs approved by the University for completion in more than four years. The extension is limited to the minimum number of additional semester(s) to complete the program as approved by the University. The list of programs approved by the University for completion in more than four years is maintained by the Provost. Click here for more information.
Undergraduate In-State
| Cost Item | 2013-2014 |
|---|---|
| Tuition Per Credit Hour | $283.00 |
| Tuition and Fees (15 hrs FA and SP) | $11,057.00 |
| Room and Board (12+ Meal Plan) | $8,996.00 |
| Total Direct Costs | $20,053.00 |
| Total Indirect Costs (Supplies/Travel/Miscellaneous) | $4,536.00 |
| Average Cost of Attendance | $24,589.00 |
Undergraduate Out-of-State
| Cost Item | 2013-2014 |
|---|---|
| Tuition Per Credit Hour | $849.00 |
| Tuition and Fees (15 hrs FA and SP) | $28,037.00 |
| Room and Board (12+ Meal Plan) | $8,996.00 |
| Total Direct Costs | $37,033.00 |
| Total Indirect Costs (Supplies/Travel/Miscellaneous) | $4,536.00 |
| Average Cost of Attendance | $41,569.00 |
Graduate In-State
| Cost Item | 2013-2014 |
|---|---|
| Tuition Per Credit Hour | $283.00 |
| Tuition and Fees (14 hrs FA and SP) | $10,438.00 |
| Room and Board | $8,996.00 |
| Total Direct Costs | $19,434.00 |
| Total Indirect Costs (Supplies/Travel/Miscellaneous) | $4,536.00 |
| Average Cost of Attendance | $23,970.00 |
Graduate Out-of-State
| Cost Item | 2013-2014 |
|---|---|
| Tuition Per Credit Hour | $679.00 |
| Tuition and Fees (14 hrs FA and SP) | $21,526.00 |
| Room and Board | $8,996.00 |
| Total Direct Costs | $30,522.00 |
| Total Indirect Costs (Supplies/Travel/Miscellaneous) | $4,536.00 |
| Average Cost of Attendance | $35,058.00 |
