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Cohort Student Profile

 Entering Class - 2011

• Total Students - 17
• Age
  75% (20-24)
  19% (25-29)
  6% (30+)
• Gender
  42% (Male)
  58% (Female)
• Home
  56% (IL Resident)
  44% (Out of State)
• Race
  70% (White)
  30% (African American)
• Undergraduate Institution
  88% (Public)
  12% (Private)
• Undergraduate Institution Enrollment
  12% (2,500-9,999)
  56% (10,000-24,999)
  32% (25,000+)
• Undergraduate GPA
  41% (3.5-4.0)
  47% (3.0-3.49)
  12% (2.8-2.99)
• Undergraduate Institutions
  Eastern Illinois University (4), Ball State University (2), Western Illinois University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Central Missouri, Chicago State University, Marquette University, DePaul University, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, University of Nebraska at Omaha, North Carolina State University, University of Missouri, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
• Undergraduate Majors
  Sociology (3), Political Science, Music Education/Vocal Performance, Chemistry, Hospitality & Food Management, Elementary Education, African American Studies, Nutrition Sciences, Communication and Women's Studies, Finance, Communication, Theater, Biology, Secondary Education.
• Why Did You Choose EIU? 
  • The relationship dynamic in the assistantship program  
  • The pamphlet I received in the mail explaining the program, as well as the experience at the interviews
  • The mandated assistantship and real-life experience
  • The cohort system and structure
  • The renowned professors
  • The friendliness and knowledge of the program members
  • The types of GA's available to students
  • The required thesis
  • The fact that the program is based on a theory to practice model
  • The location and size of the program
  • The fact that it follows a student focused/needs based model
  • The hands on experience guaranteed by the program structure
  • The excellent placement rates of past program graduates  

 Entering Class - 2010

• Total Students - 22
• Age
  70% (20-24)
  25% (25-29)
  10% (30+)
• Gender
  35% (Male)
  65% (Female)
• Home
  65% (IL Resident)
  35% (Out of State)
• Race
  80% (White)
  20% (African American)
• Undergraduate Institution
  65% (Public)
  35% (Private)
• Undergraduate Institution Enrollment
  20% (0-2,499)
  20% (2,500-9,999)
  50% (10,000-24,999)
  10% (25,000+)
• Undergraduate GPA
  30% (3.5-4.0)
  55% (3.0-3.49)
  15% (2.8-2.99)
• Undergraduate Institutions
  Eastern Illinois University (3), Western Illinois University (2), Elmhurst College (2), Lake Forest College, Lincoln College, DePauw University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Muskingum University, Central Michigan University, Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville, Western Michigan University, Missouri State University, Ball State University, Emporia State University, Kansas State University, Carthage College. 
• Undergraduate Majors
  Psychology, Home Economics, Communication Studies, Sociology, English Literature, English, Business Administration, Physical Education, Political Science, Recreation, Parks and Leisure, Organizational Speech Communication, Secondary Education - English and Social Science, Marketing, Finance, Women's Studies, Music. 
• Why Did You Choose EIU? 
  
  • It is a "First Choice" school 
  • The program comes highly recommended
  • The program offers 2 full years of work experience in the field through the GA and Internship, all while completing the degree
  • The curriculum offers the best courses taught by the best professors
  • The program is organized and has a great 'track'
  • The program is well known and highly respected
  • The enthusiasm of the students and faculty is contagious
  • The professors have excellent experience in the field
  • The emphasis on networking and building relationships is wonderful
  • The assistantship and internship placements are the best you can get
  • Classes offer a balance of all the relevant information you can find on important topics in the field

Entering Class - 2009

• Total Students - 20
• Age
  75% (20-24)
  15% (25-29)
  10% (30+)
• Gender
  35% (Male)
  65% (Female)
• Home
  50% (IL Resident)
  50% (Out of State)
• Race
  80% (White)
  10% (African American)
  5% (Native American)
  5% (Asian)
• Undergraduate Institution
  75% (Public)
  25% (Private)
• Undergraduate Institution Enrollment
  15% (0-2,499)
  10% (2,500-9,999)
  65% (10,000-24,999)
  10% (25,000+)
• Undergraduate GPA
  55% (3.5-4.0)
  30% (3.0-3.49)
  15% (2.8-2.99)
• Undergraduate Institutions
  Blackburn College, University of Findlay, Eastern Illinois University, Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Central Michigan University, Alma College, DePaul University, University of Wisconsin at Whitewater, University of Northern Iowa, Missouri Western State University, Bethel University.
• Undergraduate Majors
  Social Science Teaching certification, Hospitality Management, Communication Studies, Family & Consumer Sciences, Mass media/Journalism, Elementary Education, Family Studies, Kinesthesiology, Sociology, Business Administration, Communication Rhetoric, Public Relations, Molecular Biology, Accounting, English Literature.
• Why Did You Choose EIU? 
  • The job placement and statistics of program graduates
  • The program is rigorous and credible but fun and exciting
  • The GA component, which offers work experience attractive to future employers
  • The expertise of the faculty and their passion for the field 
  • The tuition waiver and opportunities provided by the GA
  • The excellent faculty support and small class sizes
  • The program came highly recommended
  • The strong bond evident between faculty and graduates
  • The internship opportunities are unmatched anywhere else
  • The history of the program 
  • The housing department is phenomenal
  • The opportunity to work with faculty and staff on a professional level

Entering Class - 2008

• Total Students - 15
• Age
  80% (20-24)
  7% (25-29)
  13% (30+)
• Gender
  20% (Male)
  80% (Female)
• Home
  80% (IL Resident)
  20% (Out of State)
• Race
  67% (White)
  27% (African American)
  7% (Asian)
• Undergraduate Institution
  80% (Public)
  20% (Private)
• Undergraduate Institution Enrollment
  13% (0-2,499)
  7% (2,500-9,999)
  80% (10,000-24,999)
• Undergraduate GPA
  47% (3.5-4.0)
  40% (3.0-3.49)
  13% (2.8-2.99)
• Undergraduate Institutions
  University of Central Missouri, Marquette University, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, Western Illinois University, Eastern Illinois University, Purdue University of South Bend, Millikin University, Centenary College of Louisiana. 
• Undergraduate Majors
  English, Kinesiology, Recreational Administration, Organizational Leadership and Supervision, Organizational Communication, Communications, French, Corporate Communication, Speech Communication, Psychology, Sports Management, Business, Law Enforcement.
• Why Did You Choose EIU? 
  • The job placement rates of graduates and the reputation of the program
  • The assistantship and benefits package 
  • The required thesis
  • The opportunity to teach
  • Highly knowledgeable and respected faculty
  • Supportive cohort and faculty
  • The skills learned here are not available anywhere else, and the program offers an exceptional experience to work with professionals in the field
  • The love of the program expressed by graduates
  • The content of the courses
  • The opportunities to work in housing