EIU ranked among top 15 most affordable online master’s programs in the nation
Nov-04-2026(Charleston, IL) – Eastern Illinois University has been ranked No. 13 in the nation among the 2026 Most Affordable Online Master’s Programs by OnlineU, placing EIU among the top 15 institutions nationwide for affordable online graduate education.
The ranking recognizes EIU for combining affordable tuition with online graduate programs that provide opportunities for students to pursue advanced degrees while balancing professional and personal commitments.
OnlineU's evaluation highlights EIU's competitive graduate tuition, positive student recommendation ratings and favorable assessments of the university's contribution to graduates' career development. The university's online master's programs also offer flexibility for students balancing their education with work and other responsibilities.
OnlineU's 2026 ranking evaluates accredited institutions offering fully online master's degrees. Its research team manually collects and verifies tuition information, including calculating individual graduate program costs to account for differences in credit-hour requirements and fees. Eligible institutions must offer fully online degrees, hold institutional accreditation and have verifiable enrollment data through the National Center for Education Statistics. Verified student reviews also inform overall ratings and recommendation rates.
EIU's placement among the nation's top 15 institutions in the ranking reflects the university's commitment to providing accessible, affordable opportunities for students seeking to advance their education and careers.
EIU prepares students to accomplish their life goals through a combination of quality academics, personal relationships, and both on-campus and online learning opportunities. For more information about Eastern Illinois University, including its broad array of academic and career readiness programs, community-based services and opportunities, visit eiu.edu or call EIU's Public Information Office at (217) 581-7400.
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Eastern Illinois University — eiu.edu
Rankings Website —onlineu.com/most-affordable-colleges/masters-degrees
