Welcome home, Future Panther
EIU gives you choices that fit your goals with 93 majors and 96 minors, all in a community that’s here to support you. And with one of the best values in higher education, your dream degree is within reach.Here, opportunity meets affordability. With nearly 100 majors, small classes, and personal support, EIU makes it possible to explore your interests while keeping your future affordable.Your path starts here. At EIU, you’ll find endless academic options, professors who know your name, and a price that makes success accessible.EIU is designed for you to succeed. From wide-ranging majors to supportive programs and an affordable cost, everything here works together to help you graduate strong.Choose your own adventure at EIU with 93 majors and 96 minors to explore. No matter which path you take, you’ll be backed by professors, mentors, and a cost that makes it all possible.Big choices. Real support. True value. That’s the EIU difference—an excellent education with more than 90 majors, caring professors, and a community that feels like family.At EIU, you don’t have to choose between quality and affordability. You’ll get both, plus the support and opportunities to make your time here truly unforgettable.From your first class to graduation day, EIU delivers the right mix of academic variety, personal support, and affordability so you can focus on what matters most—your future.EIU makes your goals possible. With small classes, nearly 100 majors, and a cost that won’t hold you back, you’ll find the perfect fit for your future.You don’t have to break the bank to get a world-class education. At EIU, you’ll find academic choices, caring mentors, and a value that’s second to none.
People of EIU
Meet some of the students, faculty and staff you can expect to see once you're on campus!
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Haley Hsu, Music Teacher Education Major“I chose to attend EIU because I felt as if the professors I met prior to attending EIU had the same values and goals as me. They were committed to helping me advance in both my education and future endeavors. It was also the most affordable option that had everything I could ask for in a university.”
President Jay. D. GatrellJay D. Gatrell was selected as the 12th sitting President of EIU in July 2023. Before that, he served as Provost since 2017. As a first-generation college student, Jay is fully aware of the substantial investment it takes to guide a student through their higher education journey. And as the president of EIU, he is deeply committed to ensuring that every learner successfully reaches the commencement stage.
Chavionne Thomas, Psychology & Spanish Major"Although EIU was a few hours away, it is far enough for me to feel independent yet close enough to where I can visit home. With or without in state tuition, EIU is a very affordable school that gives the same quality education as larger universities. Coming from a family without much funding, it was important for me to pay attention to the price of tuition. I enjoy the fact that I can see new faces every day. However, it is not a very large school either. Each building is in walking distance. Also, the ratio of faculty to students is outstanding and allows there to be more intimate classroom discussions."
Kaylynn Shaw, Psychology & Human Services Major“I chose EIU because EIU allows me to thrive in my academics as well as my social life. My favorite memory at EIU has been joining my sorority because it has provided me with many friendships and new opportunities. I love living on campus because it has helped me academically by being close to all the resources EIU provides. Living on campus has also helped me meet new people and create lifelong friendships that I would not have made otherwise!”
Eric Wescher, Psychology Major“From my experience, each and every person I have met on campus has been so incredibly kind and welcoming, which has made this transition from community college to a higher institution incredibly seamless.”
Nicholas Cheney, Biological Sciences Major“I chose to attend EIU because of the feeling of inclusion with the small class sizes. STEM majors can be daunting, especially at bigger universities. I feel like the faculty on campus here do a great job of being there for the students. I have yet to have a science professor that didn’t try to get to know me as a person.”
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