EIU Student/Family Income Threshold Raised for 25-26

Eastern Illinois University leaders have announced an expansion of its EIU Promise Scholarship, increasing the adjusted gross income threshold to $80,000 for the 2025-26 academic year.

The change marks a $14,000 increase from the previous income threshold of $66,000. The EIU Promise scholarship covers full tuition and fees.

Prospective students and families are encouraged to visit the EIU website to learn more about the EIU Promise program, Panther Family Scholarship, and other EIU scholarship opportunities. Visit eiu.edu or phone EIU's public information office at 217-581-7400.