Office of Admissions

Campus Traditions

Homecoming, decorating the Panther for finals, painting the Spirit Rock, taking selfies with Billy and having your picture taken on the first day of class are just some of what makes life at EIU special. 

Panther Athletics

With Panther Athletics, everyone bleeds blue! EIU participates in Division 1 athletics, so you’ll be challenged if you’re on the team and entertained if you’re in the bleachers. Plus admission to all sporting events is free for students.

Registered Student Organizations

EIU has so many RSOs - from eSports to beekeeping - you're sure to find a group on campus that matches your interests. And if you can't find one that fits just right, you can start your own!

Living on Campus

Between residence hall associations, living-learning communities, and regular hall events, living in University Housing gives you tons of opportunities to get involved on campus! Not to mention all the places to eat and hang out with friends.

Freshman & Transfer Connection

This program pairs incoming students with Panthers who have lived the EIU experience. This means you can receive valuable support from other students that span how to manage classes and studying, making friends and joining groups to managing finances while in college.

Campus Recreation

With the Student Recreation Center, Panther Trail, fitness classes, Padovan Pool, disc golf course and plenty of other outdoor courts around campus, there's something for everyone to enjoy. And you can join an intramural league for more competitive, but friendly, sports.

Fraternity & Sorority Life

Becoming a part of a fraternity or sorority at EIU is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Joining fraternal organizations can means finding your ‘home away from home’ and forming lifelong friendships.