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Eastern University

Saint Davids, Pennsylvania 19087-3696

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Eastern University is a private institution in Saint Davids with particular strength in business and health sciences.

A small campus of 2K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,655 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,885.

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94%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,978Students
19:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$51,655Earnings 10yr
$25,885Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Eastern University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate93.6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

93.6%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$37,420
Room & Board$13,168
Books & Supplies$1,424
Total Cost of Attendance$53,293
Average Net Price$25,885
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$23,050
$30–48K$23,039
$48–75K$23,123
$75–110K$23,638
$110K+$32,882

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

43.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (77)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

71%

Negative
  • •71% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,978
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%

Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Black 28%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate56.0%
Freshman Retention70.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,580
10 Years$51,655

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PHL Philadelphia PHL14 mi
TTN Trenton-Mercer33 mi
ABE Lehigh Valley42 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA275 mi · ~7h 57m drive
New York, NY85 mi · ~2h 27m drive
Hartford, CT184 mi · ~5h 19m drive
Providence, RI240 mi · ~6h 56m drive
Albany, NY198 mi · ~5h 43m drive
Syracuse, NY211 mi · ~6h 6m drive
Rochester, NY244 mi · ~7h 3m drive
Buffalo, NY267 mi · ~7h 43m drive
Philadelphia, PA13 mi · ~23 min drive
Pittsburgh, PA245 mi · ~7h 5m drive
Harrisburg, PA82 mi · ~2h 22m drive
Newark, NJ79 mi · ~2h 17m drive
Trenton, NJ35 mi · ~1h 1m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Philadelphia PHL (PHL)14 miles
Rental car
21 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
28 min$17-28
Trenton-Mercer (TTN)33 miles
Rental car
50 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
66 min$40-66

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