Richmond,
KY
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About Eastern
Eastern Kentucky University is a public, state university in the town of Richmond, KY. Eastern was founded in 1906. The college currently enrolls around 14,565 students per year, including 12,070 undergraduate students.
2021 Acceptance Rate for Eastern Kentucky University
It is not difficult to get into Eastern. The acceptance rate at Eastern is 98%. In 2021, 9,206 students applied to Eastern and 9,017 were admitted.
| Eastern Kentucky University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 98% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 7% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Eastern Campus Tours
Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, KY, near Lexington.
If you would like to see Eastern for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 75 to Richmond, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Blue Grass.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Eastern Kentucky University and Richmond are like without leaving home.
College Info
Eastern Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Eastern SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
960 - 1170
Math SAT Range
470 - 580
Reading SAT Range
480 - 590
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1170 and Above
Good
960 to 1170
Avg
960 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Eastern students is 1075. Applicants with SAT scores of 1170 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Eastern, while applicants with SAT scores between 960 to 1170 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 960 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Eastern.
Eastern Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$19,162
In State$29,434
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,452
$19,724
Fees
$300
$300
Housing
$9,410
$9,410
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Eastern is like? There are approximately 14,565 students enrolled at Eastern, including 12,070 undergraduate students and 2,495 graduate students. 79% percent of students attend school full-time, 84% percent are from KY and 16% percent of students are from other states.
79%
Full Time21%
Part Time84%
In State16%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
14,565
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
98%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$9,752
Out-of-State
$20,024
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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