C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
39/100 · earnings-weighted

Eureka College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Eureka, Illinois 61530
Eureka College campus, Eureka, IL
Eureka College campus, Eureka, IL. Photo: Languageteaching on Flickr, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 41%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
F
33/100
Resources
C
49/100
Experience
A
89/100
Prestige
F
17/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

527
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Eureka College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$51,641
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,968
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$23,250
Median debt at graduation
41.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
20
Median ACT
48.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Eureka College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Accounting and Related Services—$64,726-15%#623 of 796#675—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$38,937$57,983-15%#865 of 1176#949$25,910
Criminal Justice and Corrections$37,886$52,845-5%#404 of 660#462$26,475
Psychology—$51,353+1%#438 of 1027#497$26,976
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$43,609$44,805-5%#499 of 680#601$25,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Eureka College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $225,146
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo — vs ~$558/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 61571 (5.0% cap, Washington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $27,450 $27,450
Room $5,024
Board $5,486
Total Cost (On-Campus) $41,392 $41,392

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

527
Total Students
49%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 9%
Black 12%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 97%
Hybrid (Some Online) 2%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Eureka College?
Eureka College has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Eureka College?
Tuition at Eureka College is $27,450 for in-state students and $27,450 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Eureka College?
The graduation rate at Eureka College is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Eureka College a good school?
Eureka College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Eureka College?
Eureka College has a total enrollment of 527 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology