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Enrollment Deposit

How much is EKU's enrollment deposit?

Eastern Kentucky University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Eastern Kentucky University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

63.20%

Eastern Kentucky University is in the top 63.20% of colleges in the state of Kentucky for deposit cost. 31.03% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

44.00%

Eastern Kentucky University is in the top 44.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Eastern Kentucky University educates a diverse community of 14,324 students, with 12,072 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 2,252 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

14,324


Total Undergraduates

12,072

Total Graduates

2,252


Full-Time vs Part-Time

71% Full-Time

29% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Eastern Kentucky University has a 64% acceptance rate. Eastern Kentucky University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1070 and the average ACT score is 20.


Acceptance Rate

64%

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SAT

Students submitting SAT

3%

Total Score

400

1600

9401185

Reading and Writing

200

800

470590

Math

200

800

470595

ACT

Students submitting ACT

87%

Composite Score

0

36

1724

English

0

36

1624

Math

0

36

1623

Location

Located in Richmond, KY, Eastern Kentucky University offers students a town experience with all the advantages of a distinct community identity.


City

Richmond


County

Madison County


State

Kentucky


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Distant

About

Eastern Kentucky University features a student-focused approach with a 16 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

16 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Eastern Kentucky University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $10,806 with 83% of students receiving financial assistance including 45% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$10,806


Received Aid

83%


Pell Recipients

45%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $10,130

Out-of-State: $20,820

Demographics

The Eastern Kentucky University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 97% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
4,914 (41%)
Women
7,158 (59%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
774 (6%)
18-19
4,036 (33%)
20-21
3,274 (27%)
22-24
1,613 (13%)
Over 25
2,375 (20%)

Outcomes

Eastern Kentucky University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 52% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

52%

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