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Eastern Illinois University Acceptance Rates & Admissions Statistics

What Does Eastern Illinois University Incoming Class Look Like?

Review the admissions stats from recent freshman classes to have a better understanding of your chances of being admitted to Eastern Illinois University.

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Understanding Admissions Statistics

Reviewing the admissions stats at Eastern Illinois University can help you determine your likelihood of acceptance. Take a look at the SAT and ACT scores of previous applicants to help you understand your chances of being accepted. If you find your scores are lower than the average freshman, try retaking the exam to better your score or reviewing colleges looking for scores matching your own.

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Selectivity (Fall 2021): The Numbers Behind Student Admissions

Open Admissions No
Selectivity of College Less Selective
Acceptance Rate 72%

Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)

Applicant Total 7,145
Accepted 5,126
Enrolled 771

What’s the Male/Female Breakdown When it Comes to Admissions?

Applicants: Men - Women  40 to 60
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Accepted: Men - Women  37 to 63
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Enrolled: Men - Women  42 to 58
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Average Test Scores

About 56% of students accepted to EIU submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 460 and 580. Math scores were between 440 and 560.

SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Eastern Illinois University  ( 460 to 580 )
200
800
SAT Math Scores for Eastern Illinois University  ( 440 to 560 )
200
800

EIU received ACT scores from 66% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 17 and 23.

ACT Composite Scores for Eastern Illinois University  ( 17 to 23 )
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36

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