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Overview
Eureka College is a private educational institution located in Eureka, Illinois. It was founded in 1855 and became the third college in the country to admit men and women on an equal basis. The college offers 32 majors, 19 minors, and 14 pre-professional programs in the fields of Education, Fine & Performing Arts, Humanities, Science & Mathematics, and Social Science & Business, among others. It is also known for being the college that former President Ronald Reagan graduated from.
The curriculum at the college allows students to tailor their learning experience according to their individual needs and interests, all the while acquiring essential skills that are desired by employers. To achieve this, the college offers a unique pathway to let students demonstrate a set of 10 essentials (skills and capabilities) before they graduate. This system enables them to select one or more courses that have been designated to develop that capability.
Services
The college has several offices for providing the necessary resources and services that make the college life of students memorable. Health and Wellness Resources and Career Services particularly help them to stay healthy and make the perfect career decisions. The International Student Services serves as an advising centre for all international students.
Rankings
- 23rd in the Regional Colleges West category in the US News National Universities Rankings
- 9th in the US News Best Value Schools National Universities category
- 21st in the Top Performers on Social Mobility category in the US News National Universities Rankings
Accommodation
Eureka College provides on-campus living options through the five residence halls, which have fully-furnished rooms. Students can also choose to stay in any of the 5 Greek Organizations wherein they live with the members of their particular organization.
Location
Eureka is a small city in central Illinois that offers a close-knit community to the students. The main campus is located in a quiet residential area, but students can access the shops and restaurants located nearby. If they wish to have a big city experience while studying at the college, they can drive to Peoria or Bloomington-Normal.
Courses offered at Eureka College
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