Understanding Tuition & Fees
Knowing the fees and tuition related to going to EIU allows you to plan economically for 4-6 years. Examine the data following to understand how EIU's price compares to other colleges and universities and if you need to plan for a rise in tuition.
How do Tuition & Fees at EIU Compare With Other Colleges?
| Nationwide | Great Lakes | Illinois | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | Below Average | Below Average | Inexpensive |
In-State Students Will Get a Discounted Tuition
Tuition and fees at EIU is significantly reduced for students from Illinois. Tuition and fees for in-state students is set at $11,229 for the 2015 - 2016 year, a 42.3% discount off the price charged to out-of-state students. Tuition is $8,467 and fees $2,762.
EIU fees and tuition for out of state undergrads is $19,445 for the 2015 - 2016 school year. $2,762 was charged for fees, and $16,683 was for tuition.
View the following table to find 2015 - 2016 school year costs.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $16,683 | $2,762 | $19,445 |
| In-State | $8,467 | $2,762 | $11,229 |
For more info, check out EIU Part Time Tuition & Fees.
Are Tuition & Fees Increasing or Decreasing?
Eastern Illinois University tuition and fees for out-of-state students increased with a standard yearly rate of 3.7% within the last five years. Over that same period, tuition increased by 3.7% and fees increased by 3.9%. Based on this, we predict the price of tuition and fees this year will be $20,168.
At this rate, we estimate the total cost of tuition and fees for a two year degree to be $41,087 and $85,288 for a four-year degree. Remember, this doesn't cover other charges including room and board, books, and transportation.
Look at this next chart to find out how EIU fees and tuition might grow including residence based reductions in the years to come.
Mainly due to the cost of living as well as other factors, the cost of college is likely to grow each year. For this reason your last year of school may very well be much more expensive than your initial year.
