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Eastern Kentucky University

Richmond, KY • public • I | ASUN | FCS
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Acceptance
78.1%
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Grad Rate
50%
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Cost
$22,288 / $33,198

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town
Student Population
Undergrad: 14,609 • Total: 17,607
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY
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Website
www.eku.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 5,940 (40.7%) • Female: 8,669 (59.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 182 1.2%
Black/African American 1,011 6.9%
Hispanic/Latino 789 5.4%
White 11,613 79.5%
Two or More Races 713 4.9%
International 111 0.8%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
78.1%
13,340 admitted from 17,082 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 480-600
Math: 450-590
Total: 930-1190
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
17-24
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
49.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
33.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
80.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
29.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$22,288
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$33,198
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $10,020
Out-of-state: $20,930
Room & Board
$12,268
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $8,591
$30,001-48,000 $8,005
$48,001-75,000 $10,382
$75,001-110,000 $14,384
$110,001+ $17,009
Students Receiving Pell Grants
84%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
ASUN
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football (FCS) Golf Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.0 GPA / 24 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$9,000/yr
15 automatic scholarships (18 total)
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Common questions about Eastern Kentucky University

What is Eastern Kentucky University's acceptance rate?
Eastern Kentucky University accepts 78% of applicants, from 17,082 applications.
How much does Eastern Kentucky University cost?
Tuition and fees are $10,020 in-state and $20,930 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $8,591 on average after aid.
Does Eastern Kentucky University require SAT or ACT scores?
Eastern Kentucky University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Eastern Kentucky University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 17 and 24 on the ACT.
What is Eastern Kentucky University's graduation rate?
50% of students graduate within six years.