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Welcome to International Admissions at Eastern Illinois University!
Students from all around the world choose EIU to study, grow, and achieve their dreams on our beautiful and friendly campus. We invite you to explore our website to learn how you can join our global EIU family and start your journey with us.
Important Deadlines
General admission deadlines for Eastern Illinois University are:
| Semester | Application Start Date | Application Deadline | Semester Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | Late July | Late October | Mid-January |
| Fall | Late September | Late May | Mid-August |
|
Summer Semester |
Late March | Late April | Mid-May |
Deadlines for Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 :
| Semester | Application Start Date | Application Deadline | Semester Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | 03 June 2025 | 31 October 2025 | 12 January 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | 03 June 2025 | 30 May 2026 | 25 August 2026 |
Some graduate programs have earlier application deadlines. Please contact the academic department directly to learn the exact deadline for your program.
General Admission information
Undergraduate & Graduate Degrees
- Undergraduate Majors & Minors
- Graduate Programs
Current & Future Academic Calendars
- Academic Calendar
- Part of Term Calendar
- University Holidays
Cost to Attend
- Undergraduate
- Graduate
- Include On and Off Campus Housing Choices
Conditional Admission
- Undergraduate
- Graduate
Housing Options
- Residence Halls
- Greek Court
- University Court
- University Apartments
Convert your GPA
- Free tool to obtain U.S. Grade point average
Undergraduate Admissions
Graduate Admissions
Application Documents