Undergraduate Application Instructions

In order to be considered for admission to Eastern Illinois University as an UNDERGRADUATE student, the following documents must be received by International Programs before the stated deadline:

1. Application for Admission

2. Official records (transcripts or mark sheets) beginning with secondary school. Transcripts must bear the seal and signature of the appropriate school official, and be accompanied by an official English translation if necessary. A minimum grade point average of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. All transcripts become property of this University. Transfer students are strongly encouraged to submit course descriptions or syllabi as this information will greatly expedite the transfer process .

3. Official TOEFL or IELTS score mailed directly from the Testing Service. Test results are valid for two years only. Minimum scores for each type of test are as follows:

Paper-Based TOEFL: 500 points Computer-Based TOEFL: 173 points Internet-Based TOEFL: 61 points IELTS: 6.0 on the Academic Module

This requirement MAY be waived under the following circumstances:

A) You have successfully completed 24 semester hours of academic credit from a U.S. college or university, or

B) You have completed Level 112 courses with a Certificate of Proficiency from an ELS Language Center in the U.S., or

C) You have successfully completed two consecutive years of courses in a country where English is the primary language and medium of instruction.

4. A completed International Student Financial Affidavit Form, documenting sufficient funding for the intended program of study. To see the total cost of one year of study, please see our Costs page.

5. An I-20 Mailing Instructions Form telling International Programs where you would like your acceptance packet sent by regular mail if you are accepted.

6. Non-refundable application fee of $30.00 U.S. in the form of a check, certified check or money order made payable to Eastern Illinois University .

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester (Begin courses in August):
May 15th to apply for admission, May 30th to complete file

Spring Semester (Begin courses in January):
October 15th to apply for admission, October 30th to complete file


Postal Address:
International Programs
Eastern Illinois University
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, IL 61920
U.S.A.