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ACCEPTANCE RATE

84.67%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

98%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

17:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

64

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,552

Average 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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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Emporia State University prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Emporia State University (ESU)

608 N 18th St, Kansas City, KS

Emporia State University provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Emporia, Kansas and publically funded. Approximately 6,300 students are enrolled yearly at Emporia State University.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Education
  • Library Science
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to this school have an SAT score in a range of 425 to 505, or an ACT score within the range of 19 to 24. 82% of students that apply are accepted to ESU, of which 48% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at emporia.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $5,400 and nonresidents pay $17,000 per year. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,600 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The ESU Hornets participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.emporia.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ESU offers a bachelor's degree program in liberal arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male6
Female17

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic2
White16
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien2
Unknown1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Liberal Arts program at Emporia State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Kansas City, MO-KS
    • Average Annual Salary: $62230

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates Emporia State University 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
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Emporia State University may provide student services like:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care for children

Intercollegiate Athletics

Emporia State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Basketball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Track and Field (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Football (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball