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East Stroudsburg University

East Stroudsburg University is a medium, public institution located in East Stroudsburg, pa. Founded in 1893, East Stroudsburg University offers undergraduate degrees in 89 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 4,324 undergraduates
cost $10,687 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into East Stroudsburg University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 93.6%
SAT score average 1069
ACT score average 23
Average high school GPA 3.2
Application fee $25
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! East Stroudsburg University is known for one of its top majors: Health and Physical Education/Fitness. Their student-faculty ratio is 20:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
20 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Health and Medical Professions
Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Law and Legal Studies
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Psychology, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Biology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $10,687
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,400
Books & supplies $1,364
Other expenses $2,336
Cost of attendance* $25,787
Average financial aid package $10,011
Estimated cost $15,776 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $18,869
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,400
Books & supplies $1,364
Other expenses $2,336
Cost of attendance* $33,969
Average financial aid package $10,011
Estimated cost $23,958 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average of annual expenses including tuition, books, room, board, and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? East Stroudsburg University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,324, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

5,119

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
45%
African American %
17%
Hispanic American %
15%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
18%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At East Stroudsburg University, students love their Black Student Union, student athletes compete in Division 2 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 200 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301-2999
phone 570-422-3211
address https://www.esu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Black student union

Athletic training

The hidden opponent

Outings club

Chemistry club

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about East Stroudsburg University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is East Stroudsburg University?

East Stroudsburg University is located in East Stroudsburg, pa.

What is the acceptance rate at East Stroudsburg University? 

The acceptance rate for East Stroudsburg University is 94%.

What’s the average GPA for East Stroudsburg University?

The average high school GPA for East Stroudsburg University students was 3.2.

How much does it cost for 4 years at East Stroudsburg University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at East Stroudsburg University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $103,148.

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