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Eastern Kentucky University

Richmond, Kentucky · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$38,611

Acceptance Rate

78%

Graduation Rate

50%

Annual Tuition

$10,130

At a Glance

Total Students

11,674

Retention Rate

80%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

43%

Median Debt

$22,500

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Eastern Kentucky University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 78.1% and a student body of 11,674. The university's in-state tuition is $10,130. The median debt for students is $22,500, and 42.8% of students receive financial aid.

Graduation rates at Eastern Kentucky University are 49.5%, with a retention rate of 79.6%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $39,393. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $38,611, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $45,795.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$39k

1 YEAR

$39k

5 YEARS

$46k

10 YEARS

Top 75% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Eastern Kentucky University alumni earn a median of $39,393. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease slightly to $38,611. However, ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $45,795. The median debt for graduates is $22,500.

Eastern Kentucky University has a student body of 11,674 students. The university's acceptance rate is 78.1%, and the graduation rate is 49.5%. The retention rate is 79.6%, and 42.8% of students receive financial aid. The annual in-state tuition is $10,130.

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Campus Location

Richmond, Kentucky

Richmond, KY 40475-3102

Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, Kentucky. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Eastern Kentucky University has an acceptance rate of 78.1%.