Eureka College

Eureka, Illinois · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$17,349

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

41.6%

Admission rate

85%

Undergrad size

522

In-state tuition

$29,096

Out-of-state tuition

$29,096

Cost of attendance

$39,578

Median earnings (10y)

$51,641

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
20
Retention
50.4%
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (24%), trades & services (22%), business (20%).

  • STEM16%
  • Health1%
  • Business20%
  • Humanities & arts17%
  • Social sciences24%
  • Trades & services22%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

14 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's50$33,688$26,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's41$30,898$26,475
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's40$35,252$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's26
Psychology, General.Bachelor's25$27,000
Special Education and Teaching.Bachelor's16
History and Political Science.Bachelor's14
Biology, General.Bachelor's11
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's10
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's9
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's7
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.Bachelor's5
Sociology.Bachelor's5
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Eureka College

Eureka College is a small institution located in Eureka, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 522 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Psychology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Eureka College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,349 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $29,096 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,578 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 41.6%, a average completion outcome. 50.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,641 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Eureka College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (24% of credentials), trades & services (22% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Eureka College accepts 85% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.

Location & campus

Set in Eureka, Illinois (town), Eureka College draws students from across Illinois and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Eureka College

Q.How much does Eureka College cost?

The average net price at Eureka College is $17,349 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,578.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Eureka College?

Eureka College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Eureka College?

Eureka College admits 85% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do Eureka College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Eureka College graduate earns $51,641 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Eureka College?

Published tuition is $29,096 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Eureka College located?

Eureka College is located in Eureka, Illinois (ZIP 61530).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Eureka College at their official website.