| EIU | vs. | School of the Art Institute of Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, Illinois | Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Master's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | School of art, music, and design |
In-State$13,124
Out-Of-State$15,566 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $52,604 |
| 66% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 100% |
| $10,243 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $16,956 |
| 68.00 % | Acceptance Rates | 76.00 % |
| 10.00 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 12.99 % |
| 1,010 | SAT Score | - |
| - | ACT Score | - |
| 54 % | Graduation Rate | 66 % |
| 28 % | Transfer-out Rate | 20 % |
| 71 % | Retention Rate | 79 % |
| 8,857 | Student Population | 3,532 |
| 378 | Number of Faculties | 162 |
| 15 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |