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Eastern Illinois University

Office of Admissions

incoming student Scholarships & awards

Besides having the lowest cost of attendance in Illinois, EIU has tons of options to help offset the cost of your education. Plus, your Admissions counselor and our Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships are here to help you every step of the way.

 

First Year Students

First-Year Students

Check out scholarships, grants and competitive scholarships just for new, incoming first-year students.

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New Transfer Students

New Transfer Students

Check out scholarships, grants and competitive scholarships just for new, incoming transfer students.

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Competitive / Honors Scholarships

Competitive / Honors

The Sandra & Jack Pine Honors College offers several scholarship opportunities to academically talented students.

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Academic Works Scholarship Search

Academic Works Scholarship Search

Some scholarships and grants are automatically offered when you are admitted, but many more are listed in our Academic Works scholarship search system!

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International Students

International Students

The International Student Scholarship was established by the Board of Trustees to assist students from other countries to attend EIU. Awards are competitive and designed to promote cultural exchange and diversity.

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Graduate Students

Graduate Students

Various grants and awards are available to degree-seeking graduate students.

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Other Ways to Pay

Besides the scholarships and awards listed below for incoming students, you can also explore options:

GrantsStudent EmploymentWaiversLoansVeteran BenefitsArmy ROTCTax CreditsPre-Paid Tuition

 

 

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