Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001963
- Phone: (606) 549-2200
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
93.83%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
104FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,160Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Eastern Kentucky University (Eastern)
6191 College Station Drive, Williamsburg, KY
Eastern Kentucky University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Richmond, Kentucky and publically funded. Enrollment at EKU is nearly 17,000 yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs EKU offers:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Security And Protective Services
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1280 to 1620 on the SAT and within the range of 18 to 23 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. This school admits about 60% of applicants. Of those students accepted, nearly 45% of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The tuition at EKU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $7,700 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,100 per year. Students enrolled at this school may qualify for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for EKU is the "Colonels", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who would like to see more about EKU may check out their website at http://www.eku.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Eastern accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Eastern Kentucky University has a total student population of about 16,000. The student body is made up of 85% undergraduate students and 15% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,300. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $35 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $9,300-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $19,000-$23,210
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $390-$460 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $810-$970 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $8,628 |
Receiving Student Loans | 62% | $5,730 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Eastern Kentucky University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Eastern Kentucky University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Football (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Eastern Kentucky University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, C)
- Business Administration (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Construction Management (B)
- Finance (B)
- Insurance (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Fashion Merchandising (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Communications (B)
- Journalism (B)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology (A)
- Engineering Management (B, M)
- Survey Technology (C)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A, B, M)
- Occupational Therapy (B, D, M)
- Public Health (M)
- EMT and Paramedic (A, B)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B)
- Environmental Health (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Athletic Training (B, M)
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse (C)
- Family Practice Nurse (C)
- Dietetics
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, B, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (B)
- Math (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, C, M)
- Clinical Psychology (D, M)
- School Psychology (C)
- Organizational Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Cartography and GIS (B, C)
- Economics (B)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Eastern Kentucky University.
- Kentucky State University in Jackson, KY (44 miles away)
- Morehead State University in Midway, KY (56 miles away)
- University of Louisville in Columbia, KY (86 miles away)
- Northern Kentucky University in Florence, KY (90 miles away)
- Indiana University - Southeast in Gary, IN (92 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Kentucky
- Compare other Kentucky state universities
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001963
- Phone: (606) 549-2200
- School Homepage