Race & Ethnicity
Eastern Illinois University has a diverse student body with 42% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Eastern Illinois University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Eastern Illinois University has a gender distribution of 59% female students and 41% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
32% of total enrollment
45% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Eastern Illinois University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 36% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 8% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
36%
Traditional Age (18-21)
8%
Non-Traditional (25+)
24%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Eastern Illinois University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 90% in-state residents, 7% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
90% of student body
7% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
32 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
42%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
59%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
8%
Non-Traditional Age