There’s no better way to see if Eastern Illinois University is the right fit for you than by visiting campus! We hope this gas card voucher makes it a little easier for you to make the trip. Just print it out or show it to an admissions representative during your visit, and you’ll snag a $40 gas card!
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Why Visit EIU?
- Explore Campus: Take a student-led tour and see where you’ll live, learn, and grow.
- Connect with Faculty & Staff: Meet professors and support staff who are committed to your success.
- Discover Academic Opportunities: Learn about our wide range of majors, minors, and programs.
- Get Financial Aid & Scholarship Info: Find out how to make EIU affordable with expert advice.
- Hear from Current Students: Gain insight from student leaders about campus life and learning at EIU.
- Check Out Housing Options: Tour our residence halls and see where you’ll feel at home.
- Talk with Admissions Experts: Get answers to your questions about the admissions process, financial aid and more.
Life at EIU
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Panther AthleticsWith Panther Athletics everyone bleeds blue! EIU participates in Division 1 athletics, so you’ll be challenged if you’re on the team and entertained if you’re in the bleachers. Plus admission to all sporting events is free for students.Panther Athletics
Registered Student OrganizationsEIU has so many RSOs - from eSports to beekeeping - you're sure to find a group on campus that matches your interests. And if you can't find one that fits just right you can start your own!Registered Student Organizations
Living on CampusBetween residence hall associations, living-learning communities, and regular hall events, living in University Housing gives you tons of opportunities to get involved on campus! Not to mention all the places to eat and hang out with friends.Reasons to Live On Campus
Freshman & Transfer ConnectionThis program pairs incoming students with Panthers who have lived the EIU experience. This means you can receive valuable support from other students that span how to manage classes and studying, making friends and joining groups to managing finances while in college.Freshman & Transfer Connection
Campus RecreationWith the Student Recreation Center, Panther Trail, fitness classes, Padovan Pool, disc golf course and plenty of other outdoor courts around campus, there's something for everyone to enjoy. And you can join an intramural league for more competitive, but friendly, sports.Campus Recreation
Fraternities & SororitiesBecoming a part of a fraternity or sorority at EIU is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Joining fraternal organizations can means finding your ‘home away from home’ and forming lifelong friendships.Fraternities & Sororities
EIU Events CalendarCheck out the EIU events calendar to get an idea of the things happening around campus every day!EIU Events Calendar
VolunteeringThe Office of Leadership & Engagement offers meaningful service opportunities that meet a community need, make our neighbors' days brighter, and complement learning inside the classroom.Volunteer Opportunities
Campus TraditionsHomecoming, painting the Spirit Rock, decorating the Panther for finals, taking selfies with Billy and having your picture taken on the first day of class are just some of what makes life at EIU special. Visit EIU to get the inside scoop so you can feel at home as soon as you get to campus.Visit Campus