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About Emporia State University
Earning your degree from Emporia State University will be one of the best investments you will ever make. And, we will be here with you every step of the way — providing guidance, resources and cheering you on.
Emporia State University is a public, state university in the town of Emporia, Kansas. Emporia State University was founded in 1863. The college currently enrolls around 5,615 students per year, including 2,948 undergrads.
Emporia State University Acceptance Rate 2022
It is not competitive to get into Emporia State University. In 2022, Emporia State University accepted 88% of applicants. In 2022, 1,419 students applied to Emporia State University and 1,254 were admitted.
| Emporia State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 88% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 0% |
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Emporia State University Campus Tours
Emporia State University is located in Emporia, Kansas, near Wichita.
If you want to see Emporia State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 35 to Emporia, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National.
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College Info
Emporia State University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Emporia State University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Emporia State University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Emporia State University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
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Math SAT Range
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Reading SAT Range
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Emporia State University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$20,369
In State$28,085
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$7,134
$14,850
Fees
$1,693
$1,693
Housing
$10,542
$10,542
Books
$1,000
$1,000
Student Life
Wondering what life at Emporia State University is like? There are approximately 5,615 students enrolled at Emporia State University, including 2,948 undergraduate students and 2,667 graduate students. 91% percent of students attend school full-time, 92% percent are from KS and 8% percent of students are from other states.
91%
Full Time9%
Part Time92%
In State8%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,615
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
88%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$8,827
Out-of-State
$16,543
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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