Eastern Illinois University

What Eastern Illinois University does

Eastern Illinois University (EIU) is a public comprehensive university located in Charleston, Illinois, authorized to operate as a postsecondary educational institution by the Illinois Board of Higher Education and governed by its own Board of Trustees. The institution delivers undergraduate and graduate education across 50 undergraduate degree programs with over 150 major/minor combinations and 36 graduate programs, supplemented by online degree offerings, study abroad programs, and NCAA Division I athletics in the Ohio Valley Conference and Summit League. EIU serves a range of student segments including prospective undergraduates, graduate students, international students, transfer students, military veterans, and autistic students through specialized support programs such as the STEP (Students with Autism Transitional Education Program) and the Military Student Assistance Center.

The university's technology stack consists of standard higher education infrastructure: D2L (Desire2Learn) for learning management, Banner for student information, Panthertech for IT support, a NetID authentication system governed by a documented network identity lifecycle policy, and monthly ITS security assessments. EIU operates a textbook rental system that materially reduces student textbook costs and maintains a scholarship database with over 800 continuously updated awards, supplemented by the Local Scholars Program that can fully eliminate tuition and fees for qualified Illinois residents.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: tuition and fees (including differential rates by residency and program, with annual billing cadence and installment payment plans), state appropriations from the State of Illinois operating and capital budgets, and auxiliary services from on-campus housing and dining. The university does not publicly disclose financial figures and is not a publicly traded entity; its long-term sustainability depends on a combination of state funding, enrollment, and donor support.

Name

Eastern Illinois University

Legal name

Eastern Illinois University

Website

https://eiu.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1895

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Eastern Illinois University is a public comprehensive university in Charleston, Illinois, delivering 50 undergraduate and 36 graduate degree programs, online learning, and NCAA Division I athletics to a regional, national, and international student body.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Services (61), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

College & Career Transition Services (Bridge Programs, Dual Enrollment Pathways) (EDAAABAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

International Student Orientation & Transition Programs (EDALANAC)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Public university education
• Online degree programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Charleston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue generated from undergraduate and graduate tuition, mandatory fees (activity, union/bond revenue, health/counseling, athletic, technology, textbook rental, recreation center, etc.), and special fees (room and board, graduation, late registration).
2. State Appropriations: Public university funding from the State of Illinois operating appropriations and capital budget requests.
3. Auxiliary Services: Revenue from on-campus housing, dining services, and other student life services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Eastern Illinois University is a public comprehensive university delivering undergraduate and graduate degree programs (50 undergraduate programs with 150+ major/minor options, 36 graduate programs) through on-campus instruction in Charleston, Illinois and online learning pathways. Supporting offerings include a textbook rental system, scholarship database, D2L learning management, Booth Library, PantherMail, MyEIU student portal, and Panthertech IT services.

Product overview

Eastern Illinois University (EIU) operates as a public university offering a comprehensive educational portfolio centered around undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The core academic offerings include 50 undergraduate degree programs with over 150 major/minor combinations and 36 graduate programs. These are supplemented by online learning opportunities, the Panthertech IT infrastructure division, student services including PantherMail and MyEIU portal, the D2L learning management system, Booth Library resources, a textbook rental service, and a scholarship database with over 800 funding sources. The university integrates these services to deliver traditional and distance education to its student population.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Degree Programs 50 on-campus undergraduate degree programs with 150+ major and minor options, providing traditional four-year bachelor's degree pathways for prospective students.
• Graduate Programs of Study 36 graduate programs including master's and doctoral degrees serving students seeking advanced academic credentials and career advancement.
• Online Degree Programs Online and distance-learning degree pathways allowing students to complete EIU credentials without on-campus attendance.
• Textbook Rental Service Campus-operated textbook rental program providing required course textbooks to students rather than requiring purchase, saving students hundreds of dollars per semester.
• Scholarship Database Searchable online database of 800+ scholarships available to EIU students, with continuous updates and the Local Scholars Program that can fully eliminate tuition and fees for qualifying Illinois residents.
• MyEIU Portal Student self-service portal providing access to applications, registration, financial aid information, and other university services.
• Booth Library University library providing research databases, study spaces, and academic support services to students and faculty.
• STEP Program for Autistic Students Specialized transitional education program providing academic coaching, executive function support, social connection, and career readiness for autistic degree-seeking students, partially funded by The Autism Program of Illinois.
• Military Student Assistance Center Dedicated center coordinating VA benefits, military tuition assistance, support services, and academic accommodations for student veterans, active duty personnel, and family members.

Quantifiable outcome

• 800+ scholarships available to students
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ohio Valley ConferencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEIU is a long-standing member of the Ohio Valley Conference for athletics, competing in NCAA Division I at the Football Championship Subdivision level. Some sports compete in the Summit League. The conference provides competitive athletics opportunities and regional recognition.
• Illinois Board of Higher EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState regulatory body that authorizes EIU to operate as a postsecondary educational institution. Oversees academic programs, admissions standards, and institutional compliance with state higher education policies.
• The Autism Program of IllinoiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartial funding source for EIU's STEP (Students with Autism Transitional Education Program) that helps keep the program more affordable than similar programs at other universities.
• Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPotential funding opportunity for STEP program students and families seeking additional financial support for autism-specific college support services.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Missouri State University: Mid-sized public comprehensive university with NCAA Division I athletics and similar tuition-funded operating model. Comparable to EIU in scale, mission, and competitive positioning within its region.
• Murray State University: Ohio Valley Conference peer of EIU in NCAA Division I, similar mid-sized public regional university profile. Direct athletics conference competitor with overlapping student recruitment geography.
• Western Illinois University: Another regional public Illinois university with a similar mid-sized, comprehensive profile, overlapping admissions funnel and competitive set for in-state students. Direct competitor in the Illinois public higher education market.
• Illinois State University: Illinois public university with comparable comprehensive academic portfolio, NCAA Division I athletics, and similar student demographics. Operates in the same state funding and tuition environment as EIU.
• Northern Illinois University: Larger Illinois public university with comparable program mix and Division I athletics (Mid-American Conference). Competes with EIU for transfer students and online enrollment across the state.
• Indiana State University: Public regional university in Indiana with NCAA Division I athletics (Missouri Valley Conference) and comparable tuition-supported affordability profile. Closely comparable to EIU across mission and structure.
• Ball State University: Indiana regional public comprehensive university with similar scale, NCAA Division I athletics (Mid-American Conference), and comparable tuition-driven affordability positioning. Closely comparable to EIU in mission and structure.
• Southeast Missouri State University: Ohio Valley Conference member and mid-sized public regional university with comparable comprehensive program portfolio. Comparable peer across athletics, tuition structure, and student demographics.
• Southern Illinois University Carbondale: Public Illinois university with comparable undergraduate/graduate program scale and Division I athletics (Missouri Valley Conference). Competitor for in-state tuition-bound students across Illinois.
• University of Illinois Springfield: Illinois public university with similar mid-sized profile and a strong online degree portfolio. Competitor for non-traditional, transfer, and online students in the Illinois market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/52032711856
• Instagraminstagram.com/eiumsac
• Xx.com/eiu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eastern-illinois-university

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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