2026-2027 EIU Undergraduate Catalog
Published May 2026 (our 127th year!)
Our Mission Statement
Eastern Illinois University is a public comprehensive university that offers superior, accessible undergraduate and graduate education. Students learn the methods and results of free and rigorous inquiry in the arts, humanities, sciences, and professions, guided by a faculty known for its excellence in teaching, research, creative activity, and service. The University community is committed to diversity and inclusion and fosters opportunities for student-faculty scholarship and applied learning experiences within a student-centered campus culture. Throughout their education, students refine their abilities to reason and to communicate clearly so as to become responsible citizens and leaders.
EIU at a Glance
| Accreditation |
Higher Learning Commission |
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| Administration |
President: Dr. Jay Gatrell |
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| Athletics | NCAA Division I | |
| Board of Trustees | Appointed Members:
Ms. Barb Baurer, Minier, IL; Ms. Julie Everett, Effingham, IL; Mr. Christopher Hicks, Homewood, IL; Ms. Joyce Madigan, Charleston, IL; Dr. Timi Ngoboh, Chicago, IL; Dr. Bernie Ranchero, Mattoon, IL Student Member: Ms. Madison Veatch, Charleston, IL Officers: Ms. Julienne E. Everett, Chairperson; Dr. Bernie C. Ranchero, Vice Chairperson; Ms. Joyce Madigan, Secretary; Ms. Barb Baurer, Member Pro Tem; Ms. Cindy Hutchison, Assistant Secretary; Mr. Michael Hutchinson, Treasurer |
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| Class Size | 18 | |
| Degrees Offered | Bachelor's, master's, and specialist's | |
| Enrollment | 6731 (Including High School Dual Credit Students) 4058 (Excluding High School Dual Credit Students) |
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| Faculty-Student Ratio | 1:14 | |
| Location | 600 Lincoln Avenue Charleston, IL |
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| Website | www.eiu.edu |
This catalog is presented to enable prospective students and others to learn about Eastern Illinois University. It includes information concerning admission, enrollment, fees, housing, policies, and program and course offerings for Academic Year 2026-27. However, its provisions are not to be regarded as irrevocable contractual commitments between the University and the student. The University reserves the right to change any rules, policies, curricula, courses, provisions or requirements contained in this publication at any time within the student's term of residence.