Eastern Illinois University's published cost of attendance is $26,996. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $9,828, middle-income families pay around $11,412, and higher-income families pay approximately $21,027.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $26,996 |
| Tuition and Fees | $16,217 |
| Room and Board | $12,282 |
| Books and Supplies | $150 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$14,210 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $12,786 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $9,828 |
| $30–48k | $8,619 |
| $48–75k | $11,412 |
| $75–110k | $15,665 |
| $110k+ | $21,027 |
Eastern Illinois University's published cost of attendance is $26,996. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $9,828, middle-income families pay around $11,412, and higher-income families pay approximately $21,027. Azimuth ranks Eastern Illinois University #274 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Eastern Illinois University uses need-based aid to bridge the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $21,500, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $17,781; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $53,620, median federal debt of $21,500 projects to a monthly payment of about $243 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Eastern Illinois University earn median 4-year earnings of $53,620, placing Eastern Illinois University in the 13.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $7,450 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Eastern Illinois University in the 27.8 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Eastern Illinois University #1114 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. These outcomes reflect a student body distributed across applied and professional fields, where early-career earnings vary by major choice but remain competitive within the regional labor market. The earnings pattern centers on business and applied disciplines. Psychology, General is the largest program with 112 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $49,478, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The General Studies program graduates 102 students earning $52,078 four years after enrollment, while Teacher Education and Kinesiology round out the top programs with 84 and 70 graduates respectively. The concentration in Business — representing a substantial share of the degree output — aligns with stable regional employer demand in fields like accounting, management, and administrative services, where graduates move into positions with predictable salary growth trajectories.
