Known for health sciences — excellent value
Eastern Kentucky University is a public institution in Richmond with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1089, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 11.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,795 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,962.
Established
1874
Mascot
Colonels
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division I ranks
Division
Division I
78%Acceptance
1089SAT Avg
11,674Students
15:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$45,795Earnings 10yr
$9,962Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate78.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1089
Reading & WritingMid: 535
480600
MathMid: 530
450590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1724
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,130
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,820
Room & Board$11,735
Books & Supplies$0
Total Cost of Attendance$22,265
Average Net Price$9,962
Median Debt at Graduation$22,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$239
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$7,107
$30–48K$7,006
$48–75K$9,326
$75–110K$14,213
$110K+$15,362
Programs (145)
Student Body
Undergrads
11,674
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%
Race & Ethnicity
White 80%
Black 7%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate49.7%
Freshman Retention79.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$38,611
8 Years$43,614
10 Years$45,795
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$35,700
Men
$44,200
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Source: Wikipedia