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Take a cool 3-minute tour of campus:www.youtube.com/user/IAMEIU “This is EIU”
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We value out-of-classroom experiences as part of the learning process. We know that everything from internships to learning about other cultures helps create well-rounded and more capable individuals.
Read more about Festival of Colorswww.eiu.edu/eiu360(Around Campus)
EIU welcomes the return of spring with
its own “festival of colors” based on Holi
– a Hindu festival which is celebrated in
India and Nepal. The festival has various
legends attached to it, but is basically a
celebration of the triumph of good over evil.
During Holi, celebrants splash each other
with water and throw gulal (colored powder)
into the air. At EIU, the celebration was part
of the Asian Heritage Month events and
was co-sponsored by the Office of Study
Abroad and by the University Board.
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47 majors&68 Minors
Accounting* Adult Education (minor only)
Advertising (minor only)
Africana Studies Concentrations: Gender, Fine Arts, History and Culture, Literature, Politics and International Development Anthropology (minor only) Applied Engineering and Technology* Concentrations: Alternative Energy and Sustainability, Construction Technical, Digital Media Technologies Technical, Integrated Computer Technical, Manufacturing Technical
Art ≈ • Art History • Graphic Design • Studio Art Emphases: 2D, 3D
Asian Studies (minor only) Athletic TrainingBiological Sciences* • Environmental Biology
Broadcast Meteorology (minor only)
Business Administration (Co-op) Career & Technical Education Emphases: Business Education, Family & Consumer Sciences, Technology Education
Chemistry* Concentrations: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Management
Clinical Laboratory Science (Co-op) Communication Disorders and Sciences*
Communication Studies* • Communication, Society and Pop Culture • Corporate Communication • Interpersonal Communication • Mass Communication Concentrations: Broadcast News, Electronic Media Production • Public Relations
Community Health (minor only) Creative Writing (minor only)
Criminology (minor only)
Earth Science (minor only)
Early Childhood Education (Pre-3)Economics* • International Studies
Elementary Education (K-9) • General Concentrations: English, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, General Science, Mathematics, Social Science • Middle School Concentrations: English, General Science, Mathematics, Social Science
Engineering (Co-op)English* Entrepreneurship (minor only)
Environmental Studies (minor only)Environmental Sustainability (minor only)
Family & Consumer Sciences* • Apparel & Textiles, Consumer Studies, Hospitality & Merchandising Concentrations: Apparel and Textile Design, Consumer Studies, Hospitality, Merchandising • Dietetics • Family Services
Film Studies (minor only)
Finance* Foreign Languages* ≈ • French • German • Spanish
General Studies • Childcare Education
Geographic Information Sciences (minor only)
Geography* Concentrations: Environmental Studies, General Geography, Geographic Techniques/Spatial Analysis, International Studies
Geology* Health Communication (minor only)
Health Studies ≈ • Community Health • First Responder • Health Administration • School Health
History* ≈ • International Studies
Jazz Studies (minor only)
Journalism* Concentrations: Broadcast News, Design, Editing, New and Emerging Media, Photojournalism, Public Relations, Writing and Reporting
Kinesiology & Sports Studies ≈ Concentrations: Exercise Science, Sport Management
Latin-American Studies (minor only)
Leadership in Community Recreation (minor only)
Management* Concentrations: General Management, Human Resource Management, International
Management Information Systems* Marketing* Mathematics* ≈ Concentrations: Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics
Mathematics and Computer Science*Medieval Studies (minor only)Military Science (minor only)Music* ≈ • Performance Option Concentrations: Composition, Instrumental, Jazz Studies, Keyboard, Vocal
Neuroscience (minor only)
Nursing (RN to BSN Completion)Organizational and Professional Development Concentrations: Training/Development, Supervision/Leadership
Philosophy* Physics* • Applied Physics • Astronomy • Computational Physics • Engineering Physics • Radiation Physics Political Science* Concentration: Public Administration • International Studies Pre-Engineering
Pre-Law Studies (minor only)
Pre-Medical Professions Concentrations: Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy,Pre-Physician’s Assistant, Pre-Podiatry, Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Print & Textile Design Technologies (minor only)
Professional Writing (minor only)
Psychology* Public Relations (minor only)
Recreation Administration* • Therapeutic Recreation Religious Studies (minor only)
Safety and Driver Education (minor only)
Science with Teacher Certification Specializations: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physics
Social Science Teaching Designations: Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology/Anthropology
Sociology* Special Education* • Dual Certification • Early Childhood • Standard Special
Sports Media Relations (minor only)
Theatre Arts* ≈ Emphases: Directing, Generalist in Theatre Arts, Performance, Technical and Design
Women’s Studies (minor only)
*Departmental honors program available ≈Teacher Certification option available Looking for a subject that is not listed? Perhaps it is covered by one of these majors. To find out, call us at 877-581-BEIU (2348). We’re happy to help.
majors:
AfricanA studies art communication studies english foreign languages history journalism
music philosophy Theatre arts
Arts andHumanities
College of
Whether you dream of being a Pulitzer Prize-winning
journalist, performing on Broadway or providing translation
for the government, the programs in the College of Arts and
Humanities stress creative thinking, analysis and written
and oral communication to help you achieve your goals.
While you are here, you might act in or direct your own
play, perform in the Doudna Fine Arts Center or write the
next great American novel.
Through experiences both in and out of the classroom,
programs in arts and humanities are designed to help
develop free and rationally thinking men and women who
are prepared to face the challenges of any profession.
Learn more about the College of Arts and Humanities at www.eiu.edu/AHColleg/
The Doudna Fine Arts Center is one of Eastern’s most
unique architectural landmarks, boasting several arts venues: The Theatre, which seats 300; the Black Box studio theatre; the 600-seat Dvorak Concert
Hall; the 150-seat Lecture Hall; and several corridor art galleries. The Doudna (as it
is known on campus) houses EIU’s departments of art, music
and theatre arts.
See what’s coming up at the Doudna Fine Arts Center: www.eiu.edu/doudna/
Read more about Posters on the Hill at www.eiu.edu/eiu360
(Research and Creative Activity)
Posters on the HillBiological Sciences majors, William
Fernandez (pictured right and on the right, below) and Logan
Erbacher (left) were the only Illinois representatives chosen to explain their Alzheimer’s student-faculty research to U.S. legislators. The
Council of Undergraduate Research received 800 applications and only 60 undergraduate research projects from across the country were selected for the prestigious “Posters on the Hill”
event in Washington, D.C.
biological sciences chemistry clinical laboratory science communication disorders and sciences economics
Engineering co-op geography geology mathematics mathematics and computer science nursing (RN to BSN)
physics political science Psychology science with teacher certification Social Science Teaching sociology
majors:
SciencesCollege of
Is Stephen Hawking your hero? Enjoy debating politics with
your friends? Looking for renewable resources to sustain the
earth? In the College of Sciences, you’ll learn theory, but
you’ll also add practical skills to help you succeed in your
future career.
You’ll study with dedicated professors in classrooms and put
theory to practice in hands-on laboratories. Plus, you’ll have
numerous opportunities for field and clinical experiences.
Learn about molecules being synthesized to help fight cancer
or what happens when stars go super nova. Discover the
intricacies of state and local government proceedings or be
a part of your community while you work to restore natural
resources.
With numerous degree options, the College of Sciences offers
programs to meet the demands of any inquisitive mind.
Learn more about the College of Sciences at www.eiu.edu/colsci
Keep up with EIU Biological Sciences on Facebook: EIUBIO
majors:
athletic training early childhood education elementary education health studies
kinesiology and sports studies recreation administration special education
education and professional studies
College ofNothing can compare with helping someone learn and grow
in mind, body and spirit. If you dream of being the type of
teacher remembered by students or clients for years to
come, the College of Education and Professional Studies
can help you achieve that dream.
Eastern is proud of its distinguished history of offering highly
regarded professional programs in early childhood, special
and secondary education, as well as in the professional
fields of kinesiology and sports studies, athletic training,
health studies and recreation administration.
Whatever you study, you’ll participate in field-based
experiences that bridge theory with practice in the College of
Education and Professional Studies.
Learn more about the College of Education and Professional Studies at www.eiu.edu/ceps
Discover how local schools partner with EIU to give students real-world experiences in the classroom: www.eiu.edu/eemedu/why.php#partnerships
Programs in the college offer many opportunities for majors
to learn through hands-on experience and critical analysis.
Students have the opportunity to take an active role in
administering programs. As a result, they are able to hit the ground running from their first
day on the job.
Allison Salo talks about the virtues of her degree path, as
well as her valuable experiences as an intern at the YMCA.
www.youtube.com/user/IAMEIU
“Allison Salo: EIU Rec Admin and Internship Opportunities”
Realistic, hands-on learning is always beneficial to students
looking for real-life experience as they prepare for the professional world. Embracing the concept, the School of Business offers its students the opportunity to manage a stock portfolio,
utilizing an interactive Securities Analysis Center.
Learn more about the Securities Analysis Center, “Paying Dividends,” at
www.eiu.edu/eiu360 (Around Campus)
majors:
Accounting applied engineering and technology business administration Career and Technical education
family and consumer sciences finance management management information systems marketing
organizational and Professional Development
business andapplied Sciences
lumpkin College of
Do you have the ambition needed to run your own global
enterprise? Interested in making a difference in how we
live as a society? Do you want to design new technology to
revolutionize manufacturing or green energy?
If your answer is “yes,” you might consider studying in Lumpkin
College’s school of Business, Family and Consumer Sciences
or Technology. You might also consider opportunities in the
Department of Military Science.
Earn an internship at a local business, meet high-profile CEOs
and civic leaders, or learn about leadership in Army ROTC. In
or out of class, the Lumpkin College of Business and Applied
Sciences promotes innovative thinking, problem solving and
entrepreneurial skills, no matter where your destiny lies.
Learn more about the Lumpkin College of Business and Applied Sciences at www.eiu.edu/lumpkin
honors collegethe
If you are looking for a serious academic challenge, the Honors College at Eastern can provide it. In addition to small classes and carefully thought-out course loads, honors students receive priority registration, honors housing, advising and numerous opportunities for scholarships and research grants.
When Honors student Jennifer Kim isn’t in the field researching
gall wasps, you can find her working on her volley with the
EIU tennis team.
Learn more about the Honors College at www.eiu.edu/honors/ Find us on Facebook: eiuhonors
The Office of Study Abroad provides Eastern students with affordable, high-quality international academic opportunities.
Each year, Eastern offers $100,000 in scholarships to students who plan to study abroad. You can study in another country for a week or two. Or, you can study for the summer, semester or academic year, working toward regular EIU degrees at the pace and cost of on-campus study. Last year, EIU students studies abroad in more than 20 different countries.
Eastern students can live and study at Harlaxton, a 100-plus-room mansion nestled in the bucolic countryside of Lincolnshire, England. Read more about Eastern’s partner campus at www.eiu.edu/360 (EIU in the World)
Learn more about opportunities to study abroad at www.eiu.edu/edabroad
Find us on Facebook: EIU Study Abroad
We blog! Check us out: eiustudyabroad.wordpress.com
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What does it take to be an EIU student?Eastern Illinois University grants admission to students whose abilities, interests, character and background give them the greatest promise of benefiting from and contributing to the EIU community. Such students demonstrate strong academic ability, intellectual curiosity, open-mindedness and commitment to learning.
Since students learn not just from faculty but also from fellow students, Eastern seeks a diverse student body with a variety of talents, interests and backgrounds. Individual admission decisions are based on the student’s academic record, personal qualities and accomplishments, and capacity for growth.
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average high school unweighted GPA(middle 50%)
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Transfer students make up
40%of our undergraduate population.
A transfer student is defined as any student who has attended college after graduating from high school.
Applicants with 24 or more college-level semester hours must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale based on ALL college-level work attempted AND a 2.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale from the last institution attended.
The Office of Transfer Relations is a resource center dedicated to helping students, faculty and staff. Our office can help you with:• Admission information• Transfer procedures and policies • Unofficial evaluations• Pre-advisement• Course equivalencies• Transfer agreements
Learn more about transferring at www.eiu.edu/transfer
Every year, one of the highlights of Move-In Day and the Prowl program is the freshman class photo at O’Brien Field. Check out how it’s done at www.eiu.edu/360Around Campus: “Welcome New Panthers!”
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Learn more about Housing and Dining at www.eiu.edu/housing
Keep up with EIU Housing on Facebook:eiuhousing
A lot of people call Eastern home, and we intend to make it feel that way. Freshmen are required to live on campus during their first year at EIU, and we’re pretty sure you’ll love it. In fact, many students choose to stay in the residence halls throughout their time at Eastern.
We know nothing can top a home-cooked meal, but we’ve done our best to provide a variety of dining options. Armed with only your Panther Card, you can get basic college staples like cereal; order a custom-made omelet; and enjoy familiar favorites like pizza, salads and burgers.
Your choices will include three dining centers, the University Food Court with five fast/fresh food locations, the Java Beanery and Bakery coffee shop, Panther Pantry and a Marketplace Convenience Center. Finding a place to eat and relax here is not going to be a problem. We promise.
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Learn more about RSOsat www.eiu.edu/slo/rso/rsoList.php
In conjunction with Homecoming Week, members of the EIU community
were encouraged to spread Panther Pride by participating in a T-shirt swap.
Learn more about Student Lifeat www.eiu.edu/slo
student government • campus entertainment (University Board) • multicultural
programming • leadership support services • registered student organizations
Eastern has more than 200 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), so whether you want to get involved in greek organizations, gather with Harry Potter enthusiasts or hone your Xbox skills with fellow gamers, you’ll find ways to expand your collegiate experience outside the traditional classroom setting.
Some RSOs focus on academics, while others deal in politics, religion or culture. You can find service organizations if you want to help those in need, or just need someone to talk with about common interests.
If you’re looking for a way to show your Panther Pride, Eastern offers plenty of sports teams for you to cheer on – 10 intercollegiate athletic programs for men and 11 for women. The Panthers compete in NCAA Division I, with football competing in the Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). As members of the Ohio Valley Conference, Eastern’s Panthers compete with OVC member universities from Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, Illinois and Missouri. Men’s soccer and men’s and women’s swimming participate in The Summit League, while women’s rugby competes independently.
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Men’s baseball • Men’s/women’s basketball • Men’s/women’s cross country • men’s football • Men’s/women’s golf
Women’s rugby • Men’s/women’s soccer • women’s softball • Men’s/women’s swimming • Men’s/women’s tennis
Men’s/women’s indoor track • Men’s/women’s outdoor track • women’s volleyball
Learn more about EIU Athletics at www.eiupanthers.com
Keep up with EIU Athletics on Facebook: EIUPanthers
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Keep up with EIU Athletics on Facebook: EIUPanthers
Janessa Clay, an elementary education major from Overland Park, Kansas, practices hurdling at O’Brien Stadium.
- from Eastern’s Alma Mater: www.eiu.edu/stuaff/eiu_abcs.php
basketball court • electronically timed swimming pool • tennis, baseball, softball & football practice areas • Basketball,
volleyball & racquetball/handball courts • practice gyms • indoor track • jogging trail • 10,000-sq-ft. fitness center
free-weight area • aerobic/dance studio • aerobics & self-defense classes • wellness/fitness program & resource center
Student Recreationfacilities
The amount of financial aid processed at Eastern in one academic year through scholarships, grants, work-study jobs and/or loans
Students at EIU rent their textbooks rather than buy them... saving hundreds of dollars every year.
The Guaranteed Tuition Rate Program ensures your first-year tuition rate at EIU will remain the same for four continuous academic years. Even if tuition costs rise during your time at EIU, your’s will not.
saved each semester by renting textbooks.
Textbook Rental: Guaranteed Tuition Rate:
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Nearly every student is eligible for some form of financial aid. Incoming freshmen should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Eastern’s school code.Make sure you list us as your first choice!
of EIU students receive some form of financial aid each year.
start here:
Begin your application after Jan. 1 and apply to EIU by March 1.
Financial Aid:
Cost to Attend Eastern: Financial Aid:
www.eiu.edu/~scholars/merit.php
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in-state* out-of-stateTuition $ 8,490 $25,470Textbook rental fee $ 298 $ 298Program/services fees $ 2,356 $ 2,356Room & board $ 8,996 $ 8,996Total $20,140 $37,120
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Nationwide, only 1 in 4 college students complete a bachelor’s degree in four years, and nearly half take 5 years or more! Visit www.eiu.edu/eiufour to learn how you can be that 1 out of 4.
This plan applies only to tuition; all other expenses, including fees and room/board, may change.
We know there’s more to choosing a college than
simply reviewing compiled facts and statistics. It’s
also a very personal decision.
So, we created MyEIU.
MyEIU is your personal portal into EIU, allowing
you to learn most anything about our campus.
Take a look and find out more about our
outstanding academic programs, our numerous
student organizations or the seemingly limitless
professional opportunities available to our
students.
Your portal will also plug you into the university’s
latest news, events and opportunities to visit,
along with links to information matching your
unique interests.
www.eiu.edu/myeiu
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TaylorHall
LawsonHall
ThomasHall
AndrewsHall
Ninth StreetHall
CarmanHall
Greek Court
East Hall
RenewableEnergy Center
Dr. Louis M. Grado Bldg.(Textbook Rental)
KlehmHall
BuzzardHall
TarbleArtsCenter
Lincoln, Stevenson& Douglas Halls
StudentRecreationCenter
LantzArena
Physical Plant
O’Brien Stadium
StudentServices
MLK Jr. University Union
UniversityPolice Dept.
DoudnaFine Arts
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McAffeeGym
Ford Hall
Gregg Triad
Greenwood School
Burl IvesArt Studio
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Multi-CulturalCenter
LakesideSoccer Field
LakesideRugby Field
Campus Pavilion
Campus Pond
Intramural fields
Practice fields
Practice fields
WilliamsSoftballField
DarlingTennis Courts
MonierField (baseball)
Greenhouse
BoothLibrary
Weller Hall
Observatory
McKinneyHall
Old Main
Visitor Parking
Blair HallLinder House
Brainard House
(The Honors College)
A campus visit is the best way to get a feel for life at Eastern. Shadow a current EIU student or take a student-led tour. Road Trip!
www.eiu.edu/admissions/discover.php
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