Eastern Kentucky University
Public university · Richmond, KY · 12,318 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
78%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
880–1080
ACT (middle 50%)
19–25
Average net price
$11,925
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,132
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Eastern Kentucky University?
Eastern Kentucky University accepts about 78 of every 100 applicants (78%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 880 and 1080 on the SAT. A score at or above 1080 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 880, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–25.
The latest federal data says Eastern Kentucky University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Eastern Kentucky University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Eastern Kentucky University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,132 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $11,925 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,740 for KY residents and $12,300 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,740
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$12,300
- Room & board$12,662
- Total cost of attendance$25,132
- Average net price after grants$11,925
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Eastern Kentucky University FAQ
- What is Eastern Kentucky University's acceptance rate?
- 78% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Eastern Kentucky University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 880–1080. Aim for 1080 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Eastern Kentucky University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–25.
- Is Eastern Kentucky University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Eastern Kentucky University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Eastern Kentucky University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Eastern Kentucky University cost?
- About $25,132 a year before aid; $11,925 on average after grants.
- What is Eastern Kentucky University's FAFSA school code?
- 001963. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Eastern Kentucky University receives your information.
- What is Eastern Kentucky University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
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