Step 10: Frequently Asked Questions
- Bachelor of Arts, General Studies - 217/581-5618
- Business Administration - 217/581-6905 217/581-6905
- Organizational & Professional Development - 217/581-6270
- Education - 217/581-2524
- Educational Administration - 217/581-2919
- Family and Consumer Sciences - 217/581-3223
- Geology/Geography - 217/581-2626
- Gerontology -217/581-7843
- Technology - 217/581-7128
- Review status at EIU
- Register for classes
- View grades
- Transcript Evaluations
- Review the status of a degree audit
- Obtain a WebCT initial password
- Obtain an E-mail initial password
- Review the financial aid status
How do I know what classes to take?
Required classes for each program can be found in the EIU Catalog (click here). Select the dropdown list for the year and undergraduate or graduate study.What is an Academic Advisor?
An Academic Advisor is a faculty or staff member who assists students in selecting their classes for each semester using the College Catalog as a guide.Who is my Academic Advisor?
Every student enrolled in a degree or certificate program is assigned a permanent academic advisor. A student can find out who their assigned advisor is by calling the department in which they are majoring. Advisors for students in the BGS program can be reached at 217/581-5618 217/581-5618 .
How do I know what the courses are about?
Course descriptions can be found in the online catalog and in the Eastern Illinois University catalog. Course descriptions can also be found in the School of Continuing Education Course Schedule.How do I schedule classes for next semester?
You can schedule classes via the PAWS system. Registration for most classes begins in the week that is designated in the academic schedule. You will be able to access the PAWS system to register on the day that corresponds to the last digit in your social security number.What is PAWS?
Paws is an on-line system which enables students to access a variety of information via the Internet. Through PAWS students can securely:
