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Students may declare themselves as online OPD majors at the time of their pre-entry interview.  Students admitted as online OPD majors will have priority access to online courses.  Face-to-face majors may take either face-to-face or online courses.  Speak to the OPD faculty member at your pre-entry interview for more information about the online and face-to-face program options.

1.  Schedule a pre-entry interview with a OPD representative nearest you: 

Jeanne Dunn (Danville Area Community College): (217) 443-8750
Anna Peterson (Parkland College): (217) 351-2543
Luke Steinke (Eastern Illinois University): (217) 581-6271

2.  Attend Pre-entry Interview and bring the following items:

• Current Resume
• A written statement describing (a) why you desire a bachelor's degree and (b) your career goals
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended

3.  Submit the Application for Admission along with the $30 fee which is sent to:

Eastern Illinois University
Attn: OPD Program
4020 Klehm Hall
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, Illinois 61920

4.  Contact the OPD academic advisor, Donna Dawson, after your materials have been submitted to register for classes.

Donna Dawson
(217) 581-7128 
djdawson@eiu.edu