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Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Kentucky University is a large, public institution located in Richmond, ky. Founded in 1906, Eastern Kentucky University offers undergraduate degrees in 145 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 11,215 undergraduates
cost $9,844 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Eastern Kentucky 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 64.3%
SAT score average 1051
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.39
Application fee $35
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Eastern Kentucky University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Health and Medical Professions
Public Policy and Administration
Engineering and Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians
Biology, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $9,844
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,360
Books & supplies N/A
Other expenses $2,800
Cost of attendance* $23,004
Average financial aid package $12,633
Estimated cost $10,371 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $20,222
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,360
Books & supplies N/A
Other expenses $2,800
Cost of attendance* $33,382
Average financial aid package $12,633
Estimated cost $20,749 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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

Scholarships from Eastern Kentucky University

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Eastern Kentucky University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 11,215, with gender binary students split 41% male and 59% female.

Total enrollment

14,567

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
66%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
19%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Eastern Kentucky University, students love their Honor Society, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 521 Lancaster Ave, Richmond, KY 40475-3102
phone 859-622-1000
address www.eku.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Honor society

Regular society

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Eastern Kentucky University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Eastern Kentucky University?

Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, ky.

What is the acceptance rate at Eastern Kentucky University? 

The acceptance rate for Eastern Kentucky University is 64%.

What’s the average GPA for Eastern Kentucky University?

The average high school GPA for Eastern Kentucky University students was 3.39.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Eastern Kentucky University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Eastern Kentucky University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $92,016.

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