Eureka College
About
Eureka College, a historic liberal arts institution in Illinois, is best known as the alma mater of President Ronald Reagan and is celebrated for its trailblazing history as one of the first colleges in the nation to admit women on an equal basis with men. The college’s strongest academic offerings include highly regarded programs in education, business administration, and political science, the latter of which is bolstered by the prestigious Ronald W. Reagan Leadership Program that offers select students premier mentorship and scholarship opportunities. On this close-knit campus, the student experience is defined by a supportive, values-based community where undergraduates actively participate in Division III athletics, Greek life, and impactful service-learning initiatives.
Wikipedia:Eureka College is a private college in Eureka, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1855, it is related by covenant to the Christian Church. The college enrolled approximately 559 students in 2023.
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Eureka College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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