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THIS IS OUR LIFE’S WORK. TRANSFER TO EIU 1
WE BELIEVE
every one of our students can reach heights they never
realized were possible given the right circumstances.
In the right place, with the right people around them,
they can learn and grow like never before, and open
up greater possibilities than they imagined.
It’s that simple, and that life-changing.
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When we welcome a student, we’re all in. We’re committed We invest in your future because we know the payoff is
to helping them achieve. To lift them up so they can see thrilling and lasting. It’s no wonder people feel so strongly
what they can become. We make an extraordinary, personal about EIU once they’ve been here. We call it “bleeding
investment in each student that most schools would never blue.”
consider. Faculty members here are incredibly invested in
you as a person, well beyond imparting knowledge. Most are All you have to do is be ready to explore, engage and grow
longtime members of our close community and can’t imagine as our community invests in you. So you can step into
doing it any other way. While the size is personal, there are a life you never knew was possible.
also plenty of opportunities to grow, from engaging in clubs
and sports, to community service and networking with our We think that’s truly extraordinary.
dedicated alumni.
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TRANSFER ADMISSIONS
Our all in commitment doesn’t just apply to our traditional freshmen. Transfer students thrive at EIU because we
invest the same energy in their success, no matter where their college career began.
OFFICE OF TRANSFER RELATIONS
217-581-2120
transfer@eiu.edu
transfer.eiu.edu
The Office of Transfer Relations is a resource RITA SIERRA RYAN EMILY SHIJUANA
center dedicated to helping students, faculty PEARSON HOLLENBECK HOWARD SKUPIEN SHANNON
and staff. Our office can help you with: Transfer Coordinator Southern Illinois Central Illinois Suburban Chicago City Colleges of Chicago
217-581-7663 Transfer Counselor Transfer Counselor Transfer Counselor Transfer Counselor
• Admission information ripearson@eiu.edu 217-581-7661
shollenbeck@eiu.edu
217-581-3200
rdhoward@eiu.edu
708-341-4240
easkupien@eiu.edu
708-272-5931
smshannon@eiu.edu
• Transfer procedures and policies
• Unofficial evaluations Our staff will be your connection to a smooth and successful experience at EIU. They are
• Pre-advisement committed to helping you find your way. Please contact them with questions or email
• Course equivalencies Transfer Relations at transfer@eiu.edu.
PANTHER PLEDGE A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:
www.eiu.edu/pantherpledge • Official high school transcripts* are requested to verify high
transfer.eiu.edu school graduation and to check for exemption from EIU’s
The Panther Pledge offers community college students guaranteed foreign language graduation requirement.
admission to Eastern Illinois University to complete their bachelor’s • Official college transcripts* from each institution attended.
degree.
• If the applicant has fewer than 24 hours of college coursework
• Guaranteed Admission at the time of application, and does not meet the test-optional
• Easy Transfer Planning admissions requirement, an official ACT or SAT test result will
• Early Connection to EIU be required.
• Application fee will be waived *Transcripts are only official when sent directly from parent
institution to Eastern.
TRANSFER CREDIT
• Contact a transfer counselor for an unofficial evaluation of GRADES
transfer credit. We will place you into the curriculum of your
choice and help you plan for a smooth transfer. • GPA is used for admission only.
• Eastern accepts all college-level transfer credit from • Credit for the course will transfer, not the grade.
institutions accredited by the Higher Learning Commission or • GPA earned at Eastern is based on only those courses taken at
other regional accrediting agencies. Eastern.
• Elective credit will be awarded and applied to total hours • Credit for courses in which a “D” was earned will transfer as
toward graduation if there is no equivalency to a course at long as the overall GPA from that institution is a least a “C”
Eastern. average. (“C” or better required for English and speech.)
• Courses that do NOT transfer include those that are remedial,
developmental or orientational in nature.
• There is no limit to the number of hours a student can transfer. TRANSFER ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS:
MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA
• Students must complete all remaining graduation
requirements regardless of the number of hours transferred. • IF YOU HAVE 24 OR MORE SEMESTER HOURS:
2.0/4.0 overall; AND 2.0/4.0 from last college attended, OR
• IF YOU HAVE FEWER THAN 24 SEMESTER HOURS:
APPLICATION TIMELINE
2.0/4.0 overall; AND 2.0/4.0 from last college attended; AND
• There is no specific deadline for admission application. meet the following high school admission criteria:
• Applications are accepted based upon the availability of TEST-OPTIONAL
facilities and resources.
2.8/4.0 GPA
• Applications are available online at eiu.edu/apply.
TEST-REPORTED
2.5/4.0 GPA and 18 ACT or 960 SAT*
*SAT 860 if taken prior to March 2016
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MAJORS, MINORS & PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Accounting MmH Film Studies m Photojournalism m
Advertising m Finance MmH Physical Education Teaching (grades K-12) M
Africana Studies m Financial Literacy m Physics MmH
History & Culture, Literature, Gender, French MmH Political Science MmH
Politics & International Development French - Teaching MmH Pre-Chiropractic m
Aging Studies m Geographic Information Sciences m Pre-Dentistry m
Anthropology m Geography MmH Pre-Engineering m
Art (BA & BFA) M Geology MmH Pre-Law m
Art History Mm German MmH Pre-Medicine m
Art - Teaching M German - Teaching MmH Pre-Nursing m
Asian Studies m Graphic Design (BA & BFA) Mm Pre-Occupational Therapy m
Astronomy MH Health Administration MH Pre-Optometry m
Biochemistry MmH Health Communication MmH Pre-Pathologist’s Assistant m
Biological Sciences MmH Health & Medical Humanities m Pre-Pharmacy m
Broadcast Journalism MH History MmH Pre-Physical Therapy m
Broadcast Meteorology m History - Teacher Licensure in Social Science M Pre-Physician’s Assistant m
Business Administration MmH Hospitality & Tourism M Pre-Podiatry m
Business Analytics & Information Systems MmH Human Geography MH Pre-Veterinary Medicine m
Career & Technical Education M Human Resource Management m Premodern Global Studies m
Business, Family & Consumer Sciences, Technology Human Services Program Admin Mm Professional Writing m
Chemistry MmH Integrative Studies MH Psychology MmH
General Chemistry, Chemistry Management Interdisciplinary Studies M Public Affairs Reporting MH
Civic and Nonprofit Leadership MmH Interpersonal Communication MH Public Health m
Clinical Laboratory Science (co-op) M International Studies MH Public Health - Teaching m
Communication & Cultural Diversity m Economics, History, Political Science Public History m
Communication Disorders & Sciences MmH Jazz Studies m Public Relations Mm
Communication in Organizations MH Journalism MmH Radio & Audio Production m
Communication Studies MmH Kinesiology, Sport, & Recreation m Recreation Administration MmH
Community Health MH Kinesiology, Sport, & Recreation - Teaching Mm Religious Studies m
Computer & Information Technology M Latin American Studies m Science - Teaching M
Computer Science MmH Leadership in Community Recreation m Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences,
Computational Physics MH Literary & Cultural Studies m Physics
Construction Management M Management MmH Social Media Engagement m
Corporate Communication MH Human Resource, International, General Sociology MmH
Creative Writing m Management Information Systems m Spanish MmH
Criminology & Criminal Justice Mm Marketing MmH Spanish - Teaching MmH
Digital Media Technology Mm Mass Communication MH Special Education MH
Early Childhood Education M Mathematics MmH Early Childhood, Early Childhood Dual, Elementary
Ed Dual, Standard Special
Early Childhood Program Administration m Mathematics Teaching (grades 9-12) MmH
Sport Management M
Earth Science m Meeting & Event Management m
Sports Media Relations MmH
Economics MmH Middle Level Education (grades 5-8) M
Studio Art (BA & BFA) Mm
Electrical Engineering M Military Science m
Two-Dimensional, Three-Dimensional
Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) M Music MmH
Talent Development m
Emergency Mgmt & Disaster Preparedness MH Audio & Recording Technology, Open Studies, Music
Television & Video Production M
Engineering (co-op) M Theory & Composition
Theatre MmH
Engineering Physics MH Music Performance MH
Performance, Musical Theatre, Tech/Design, General
Engineering Technology Mm Instrumental, Keyboard, Vocal, Composition, Jazz
Therapeutic Recreation MH
English MmH Music - Teaching MH
Video Production m
Literary & Cultural Studies, Creative Writing, Instrumental, Vocal, General
Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies m
Professional Writing, English Studies Music Technology m
Workplace Wellness m
English Language Arts - Teaching MmH Neuroscience Mm
Entrepreneurship m Nursing M
M – major
Environmental Biology MH Nursing (RN to BSN Completion) M
m – minor and/or area of study
Environmental/Physical Geography MH Nutrition & Dietetics Mm
H – honors program available
Environmental Impact and Sustainability m Operations & Supply Chain Management m
Ethics m Organizational Development M Italics – concentration or emphasis
Exercise Science M Organizational Leadership m
Fashion Merchandising & Design Mm Philosophy MmH
VISIT WWW.EIU.EDU/MAJORS TO CONNECT YOUR INTERESTS TO OUR MAJORS.
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OPPORTUNITY
LIVES HERE.
Students from all kinds of backgrounds and experiences succeed at EIU. We make the experience
accessible and inclusive so that you can be focused on your education. Need help navigating your
financial aid options? Don’t hesitate to ask. We’re committed to helping you succeed, and that
commitment doesn’t end at the classroom door.
TRANSFER ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE PHI THETA KAPPA
SCHOLARSHIPS https://eiu.academicworks.com
• $1,000 one-time award
TIER ONE
CUMULATIVE GPA
• Fall admissions only
• Associate degree required
3.5 - 4.0 $5,000* • Minimum 3.50 GPA
($2,500 ANNUALLY)
• Application deadline is early February
TIER TWO
3.0 - 3.49 $3,000* STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
($1,500 ANNUALLY) www.eiu.edu/humanres/student_employment.php
• Apply in any department on campus
* Renewable up to four consecutive semesters if renewal • Work-Study is available for students with financial need
criteria is met. Full-time enrollment (12 semester hours) • View and apply to student employment opportunities at
required.
eiu.joinhandshake.com
MID-YEAR & SUMMER APPLICANTS:
Mid-Year and Summer applicants will need to notify the Federal VETERANS BENEFITS
Student Aid Information Center (1-800-4FEDAID) of their plans www.eiu.edu/finaid/veteran_benefits.php
to transfer to EIU by submitting Eastern’s FAFSA School code: www.eiu.edu/veterans
001674. Additionally, summer applicants will need to request • Various programs available
an institutional summer application form from Eastern’s Office of • Contact: 217-581-7510 or finaid@eiu.edu
• Online resources at www.gibill.va.gov
Financial Aid at 217-581-6405.
COST TO ATTEND EASTERN: 2021-2022
PANTHER PROMISE TUITION WAIVER
in-state out-of-state* We are committed to making your education accessible.
Tuition $ 9,472 $ 11,840 Students from households with an annual income ranging from
$33,000 to $79,000 will receive up to $2,500 towards tuition for
Textbook rental fee $ 293 $ 293
up to eight semesters.
Program/services fees $ 3,017 $ 3,017
Room & board $ 10,140** $ 10,140**
APPLY FOR ADDITIONAL EIU SCHOLARSHIPS
Total $ 22,922** $ 25,290** HERE: eiu.academicworks.com
*All residents of bordering states to Illinois (Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri
& Wisconsin) and academically talented out-of-state transfers with a 3.0 GPA pay in-state
tuition.
**Based on 30 hours of enrollment and the 12-plus meal plan for incoming students.
NOTE: Tuition is based on $316 per credit hour for in-state residents and $395 per credit
hour for non-residents.
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DON’T FORGET
YOUR FAFSA!
Nearly every student is eligible for some form
of financial aid. Students should complete
the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) as soon as possible after Oct. 1.
$22 MILLION
in scholarships and awards
were given to EIU students
during the 2020-21 school year.
GUARANTEED
TUITION RATE
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,
yours will not.
001674
OUR SCHOOL CODE IS:
W W W. FA F S A . E D . G O V
Make sure you list us as your first choice!
EIU’s priority filing date for
financial aid is December 15.
Top “Bang for the Buck”
colleges in the Midwest
(Washington Monthly)
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TRANSFER CREDIT GRADUATION
ASSOCIATE DEGREE BENEFITS REQUIREMENTS
A student transferring to Eastern who has received a
baccalaureate-oriented associate degree is guaranteed the To achieve a baccalaureate degree, students must complete
following: the following requirements:
• At least 60 semester hours in transfer credit
1. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Junior status
Students must complete a Senior Seminar or Study Abroad
• All lower-division general education requirements met
Capstone and one of the following general education programs:
• Cultural Diversity requirement met, unless a teaching licensure • Transferable baccalaureate-oriented Associate Degree
is sought
• Illinois Articulation Initiative General Education Core
Note: Students may transfer EIU coursework back to the
Curriculum
community college to complete an associate degree.
• Courses that fit into EIU general education
ILLINOIS ARTICULATION INITIATIVE
2. DEGREE PROGRAM
www.iTransfer.org • Requirements for the major must be met.
Transfer students who complete the 37-41 semester-hour package • Majors may have specific GPA requirements. Consult catalog
of the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) from any participating
for details.
college or university in Illinois will be guaranteed the following:
• All lower-division EIU general education requirements will 3. 12 SEMESTER HOURS AT EIU IN MAJOR
automatically be waived.
• The Cultural Diversity requirement will be met, unless a 4. 40 SEMESTER HOURS OF UPPER-DIVISION
teaching licensure is sought.
COURSES
CREDIT FOR NATIONALLY STANDARDIZED TESTS • Courses from a community college or other two-year
(CLEP, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and institution will not count in this total.
UExcel Exams) • Upper-division courses at Eastern are those numbered 3000 or
www.eiu.edu/registra/creditstandardizedtests.php above.
• College credit will be granted toward graduation and may 5. 42 SEMESTER HOURS FROM EIU
be used in fulfilling requirements if scores meet Eastern’s
• 32 must be taken in the junior and senior years.
standards established by the appropriate department.
• Official test scores and records must be sent to the Office of • 12 must be taken during the senior year.
the Registrar for evaluation to determine proper placement 6. 120 SEMESTER HOURS CUMULATIVE
and credit.
• All college-level credit, including electives, count toward these
TRANSFEROLOGY 120 hours.
www.iTransfer.org - My Credits Transfer
7. FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Eastern is a participant in the Transferology system, a free online
resource where you can find out how courses transfer between • Successfully complete two semesters in a single foreign
institutions, how courses satisfy degree requirements, and the language. Students may be exempt from this requirement
different majors institutions offer. based on foreign language taken while in high school or at
their previous colleges.
OUT-OF-STATE CREDIT Exemptions:
• Content will be compared to course offerings at Eastern. • Two years in a single foreign language in high school with a
• Eastern’s Office of the Registrar will need a copy of the “C” average
transfer institution’s catalog and/or syllabi of courses taken.
• Second semester of a single foreign language in college with
• Sending this information prior to enrollment will assist in the a passing grade
evaluation of transfer credit.
• Courses will count toward general education if they clearly 8. “C” OR BETTER IN ENGLISH AND SPEECH
match an IAI general education course description. • A transferable degree does not exempt a student from this
• Out-of-state baccalaureate-oriented associate degrees requirement.
automatically meet Eastern’s lower-level general education
requirements. • A student receiving a “D” or “F” grade in English or speech
will have to repeat the course.
9. WRITING COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT
88%
of EIU undergraduates
Electronic Writing Portfolio
• Submit three papers written in EIU coursework to EWP.
SECURE EMPLOYMENT
in professional positions
or make plans to attend
GRADUATE SCHOOL
(8.3% HIGHER THAN THE NATIONAL
AVERAGE)
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NEW STUDENT &
FAMILY PROGRAMS
Your successful transition to life as an EIU student ORIENTATION DATES:
is important to us. To ensure this success, you will
participate in two different programs. ENTERING SPRING 2022
• Friday, October 29, 2021
Log onto MyEIU to register for each program.
• Friday, November 12, 2021
• Friday, December 3, 2021
1. TRANSFER ORIENTATION
We will complete the processes that make you an official EIU • Friday, January 7, 2022
student, answer any questions that you have and connect you to life
at Eastern. You will meet with an adviser and register for classes. ENTERING SUMMER OR FALL 2022
The sooner you attend a Transfer Orientation, the sooner you will • Friday, April 8, 2022
get the courses you want.
• Friday, April 22, 2022
• Friday, April 29, 2022
2. TRANSITION TO CAMPUS - PROWL • Thursday, June 2, 2022
This program will help you connect and engage in your life at
• Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Eastern right away, allowing you to make the most of your time as a
Panther.
9BE READY TO
EXPLORE, ENGAGE
AND THRIVE.
Wherever your interests may lead you, we’ve got a community ready
to help you develop them. We have more than 200 registered student
organizations, from clubs and Greek life to intramural sports! Can’t find
exactly what you’re looking for? Create your own club and inspire others.
You’ll also find limitless options to grow through community service,
faculty-mentored research and over 600+ study aboard programs. So
many opportunities to connect with who you truly want to be!
600 +
STUDY ABROAD
PROGRAMS
200+
REGISTERED STUDENT
ORGANIZATIONS
10FIND YOUR
HOME.
Charleston has plenty to offer for the adventurous student. Go hiking or canoeing in our state park, shop and dine at our
downtown square, or enjoy live music over a cup of coffee. Our community invests in EIU and our students to make Charleston
your home away from home.
VISIT ON THE SPOT
OPPORTUNITIES ADMISSION DECISION!
Campus Tours
EIU offers campus tours Monday-Friday If you have earned at least 24 transferable
and select Saturdays. college-level credit hours, we encourage
you to visit campus for an immediate
Open Houses admission decision. It’s easy!
Monday, October 11, 2021
Thursday, November 11, 2021 1. Schedule your appointment.
2. Submit your application for admission.
St. Louis
Transfer Open House 3. Either send ahead of time or bring
Friday, February 4, 2022 with you your official, sealed transcripts
from each institution you’ve attended,
Virtual Visits including dual-credit coursework.
Explore our campus, participate in a
virtual session, or meet individually with
an admissions counselor, all from the
comfort of your own home.
F O R T H E M O S T U P - T O - D AT E
V I S I T I N F O R M AT I O N eiu.edu/visit
IAMEIU @EIU EIU WEAREEIU
11CAMPUS MAP
This campus map should help you find your way around. If you need additional
guidance, chances are you’ll run into a friendly face who will be more than happy
to help you get where you’re going. If you have questions, just ask!
ADMISSIONS IS IN
OLD MAIN
Check in here for your visit.
Illinois Route 16
LINCOLN AVENUE
4TH STREET
PEMBERTON
9TH STREET
HALL
MULTI-CULTURAL
OLD MAIN CENTER
THE HONORS
COLLEGE
BLAIR JOHNSON STREET
HALL BURL IVES ART
LINDER HOUSE PHYSICAL STUDIO HALL
BRAINARD HOUSE
SCIENCE
SEVENTH STREET
VISITOR PARKING
STUDENT
SERVICES
UNIVERSITY
GRANT AVENUE MCAFEE POLICE DEPT.
GYM
MLK JR.
UNIVERSITY UNION
LINCOLN, STEVENSON
& DOUGLAS HALLS
STUDENT
RECREATION
CENTER DOUDNA
PHYSICAL FINE ARTS CENTER
PLANT FORD HALL
O’BRIEN
STADIUM LANTZ ARENA
COMPUTER LAB
GREGG TRIAD
GREENWOOD
MCKINNEY HALL SCHOOL
BOOTH
LIBRARY
Residential
Academic/Administrative
WELLER HALL H.F. THUT
GREENHOUSE
WILLIAMS FIELD
-SOFTBALL- LIFE
LAKESIDE SCIENCE BUZZARD
DARLING FIELD HALL
TENNIS COURTS -SOCCER-
LAKESIDE
FIELD LUMPKIN TARBLE ARTS
HALL CENTER
COLEMAN KLEHM
PRACTICE FIELDS HALL HALL
MONIER FIELD GREEK COURT
-BASEBALL- HUMAN SERVICES
CAMPUS
PAVILION
CENTER FOR CLEAN ENERGY
RESEARCH & EDUCATION (CENCERE)
OBSERVATORY
TAYLOR HALL THOMAS HALL
PRACTICE FIELDS
INTRAMURAL FIELDS LAWSON HALL ANDREWS HALL
GREEK COURT
TERRACE LANE NINTH ST. RENEWABLE ENERGY
HALL CENTER
ILLINOIS ROUTE 130
UNIVERSITY COURT
UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS DR. LOUIS M. GRADO BUILDING
TEXTBOOK RENTAL
EDGAR DRIVE
TO ILLINOIS ROUTE 130
OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, IL 61920-3099
Transfer Relations Phone: 217-581-2120
Email: transfer@eiu.edu
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