Eastern Illinois University

Eastern Illinois University is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Eastern Illinois University is 68%. Last year, 11,331 students applied to Eastern Illinois University and 7,747 were admitted.

Consult with Eastern Illinois University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Eastern Illinois University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Eastern Illinois University's admissions stats.

Eastern Illinois University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

Eastern Illinois University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Eastern Illinois University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to Eastern Illinois University?

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Eastern Illinois University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Eastern Illinois University Admissions

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For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Eastern Illinois University is moderately difficult.

Transferring to Eastern Illinois University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Eastern Illinois University

Eastern Illinois University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Eastern Illinois University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Eastern Illinois University

Wondering what factors are considered by Eastern Illinois University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered

Make sure to check with Eastern Illinois University for more information on admission factors.

Eastern Illinois University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Eastern Illinois University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Eastern Illinois University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	1	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Eastern Illinois University?

Students admitted to Eastern Illinois University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 63% submitted a class rank. At Eastern Illinois University 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41% were in the top 25% and 76% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Eastern Illinois University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	19%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	13%
2.50 and 2.9	18%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Eastern Illinois University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Eastern Illinois University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Eastern Illinois University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Eastern Illinois University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Eastern Illinois University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Eastern Illinois University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Eastern Illinois University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Eastern Illinois University.

Does Eastern Illinois University accept transfer credits?

✅ Eastern Illinois University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Eastern Illinois University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Eastern Illinois University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Eastern Illinois University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Eastern Illinois University?

✅ Eastern Illinois University is not test optional.

What is Eastern Illinois University's acceptance rate?

✅ Eastern Illinois University has an acceptance rate of 68%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Eastern Illinois University?

❌ Eastern Illinois University does not offer early decision.

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