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PRESTIGIOUS Being a Colonel means joining a vibrant, elite community of current students and alumni.
TOTAL ENROLLMENT
UNDERGRADUATE ENROLLMENT
12,070
LIVING EKU ALUMNI
EKU
100k
OVERVIEW
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College is an exciting milestone in a student’s life. It’s an important time for parents and guardians, too. Eastern Kentucky University has a longstanding tradition of student support. Your student will learn in a safe and healthy environment, experience opportunities for growth and have access to the resources they need to be successful. Welcome to our Colonel Family! VIEW THIS GUIDE ONLINE
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15:1
3.40
PERSONALIZED
DIVERSE
ACHIEVEMENT
A 15:1 student-to-teacher ratio means smaller classes and more personalized instruction.
Students come from all 50 states and 52 countries.
EKU students graduate with an average GPA of 3.40.
EARNINGS
FIRST GENERATION
EMPLOYMENT
6 months after graduation, EKU graduates earn an average of $50,000.
38% of EKU’s class of 2021 are the first in their family to attain a higher education degree.
6 months after graduation, 77% of EKU graduates are employed full time.
SAFETY You can rest assured knowing your student will feel safe on campus with 24-hour campus patrol by EKU police officers, shuttles and escorts available, and rapid-response call buttons across campus. go.eku.edu/EKUpolice
HEALTH Your student will have access to quality health care, as well as the education and tools to help make healthy choices for life. go.eku.edu/health
INCLUSIVE CAMPUS At EKU, you’ll find a sense of belonging and connection. In support of an inclusive campus community, EKU offers the following: • A campus environment promoting inclusion and inspiring students to grow personally and academically. inclusive.eku.edu • The Freshman Academy, connecting first-year students — especially minority students — with fellow classmates and introducing them to EKU faculty, staff and student leaders who will provide ongoing support. go.eku.edu/academy • An established reputation of providing high-quality programs and exceptional services to veterans, active duty service members, reserve/guard, military dependents and their families.
go.eku.edu/veterans • Plans and programs to ensure your student enjoys a safe, harassment-free and equal college experience. go.eku.edu/equity
SUCCESS Students have access to a variety of programs and services to help them succeed in and out of the classroom. EKU’s unique support offerings include: • THE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER, a one-stop shop to help students with everything from coursework to financial aid to stress management. go.eku.edu/success • ADVISING encourages students to clarify career and life goals, develop meaningful academic plans and optimize academic potential. universityadvising.eku.edu • FREE TUTORING, including one-on-one tutoring, academic workshops and group study sessions. go.eku.edu/tutoring • FREE PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING to help students with emotional and social development. go.eku.edu/counseling • CAREER AND CO-OP ASSISTANCE AND PLACEMENT go.eku.edu/co-op • THE NOEL STUDIO FOR ACADEMIC CREATIVITY providing support for writing, communication and research. go.eku.edu/noel • FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE with fun activities and programs to help new students succeed at EKU and beyond. firstyear.eku.edu
RESOURCES
COSTS We know cost is one of the most important factors in
your college choice. We’re proud to provide an outstanding education at a competitive and affordable price. For up-to-date costs, visit go.eku.edu/fees
$9,452 IN-STATE TUITION Doesn’t include mandatory fees. Kentucky students taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester pay $386 per credit hour.
$10,500
OUT-OF-STATE TUITION Doesn’t include mandatory fees. Available to U.S. residents living outside of Kentucky.
HOUSING
MEAL PLAN
$3,994
free
AVERAGE COST DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
AVERAGE COST VARIES BASED ON YEAR AND HOUSING STATUS
ESTIMATED SAVINGS OF $1,200 PER YEAR
$6,048
BOOKS
80% MORE THAN
OF EKU STUDENTS RECEIVE AID
FINANCIAL AID EKU is one of the most affordable four-year universities in the country, and more than 80% of our students qualify for financial aid. Create the best package for you and your family, including grants, scholarships, loans and work-study, with help from our trained financial aid counselors.
go.eku.edu/aid
FAFSA All federal and state grants, loans and work-study programs begin with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). EKU FAFSA CODE: 001963
SCHOLARSHIPS A variety of merit scholarships, based on high school GPA and optional test scores, are available to qualified students. Use our online Scholarship Estimator to see how much your student could receive. go.eku.edu/estimator
IMPORTANT DATES October 1 FAFSA application opens
Aid
November 1 FAFSA priority deadline
February 1 Priority deadline for scholarships
FINANCIAL
March 15 Scholarship priority deadline - awards continue until funds run out
VISIT Ready to see what EKU has to offer? Schedule a trip to campus or take a virtual tour right from your computer or smartphone. go.eku.edu/visit
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT DAYS Spotlight Days are opportunities for students and parents to get a feel for campus life and academic studies at EKU. You will get to know current students, visit the academic/student services showcase, tour campus, and meet with faculty and staff.
go.eku.edu/events
VIRTUAL LIVE CHATS & INFO SESSIONS Learn about a variety of topics, including admission, financial aid, housing, and more from the comfort of your home.
go.eku.edu/virtual
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FRESHMAN ADMISSION STANDARDS Those who meet the following benchmarks will be guaranteed admission to EKU as a first-time freshman: STANDARD ADMISSION: High School Cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher SUCCESS FIRST: High School Cumulative GPA 2.0-2.49 Learn more about admission eligibility at go.eku.edu/freshmen. Applicants must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. College entrance exam test scores will be used for course placement and scholarship only.
IMPORTANT DATES July 1: Application for Fall 2022 opens Early January: Housing application opens February 1: Priority Deadline for Scholarships February: New Student Orientation registration opens
Ready to apply? Please note the following information: ACT Code: 1512
SAT Code: 1200
FAFSA Code: 001963
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APPLY Apply quickly and easily online at go.eku.edu/apply.
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Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts, or in any employment policy or practice. Any complaint arising by reason of alleged discrimination should be directed to the Office of Equity and Inclusion, 416 Jones Building, CPO 37, Eastern Kentucky University, 521 Lancaster Avenue, Richmond, Kentucky 40475-3102, (859) 622-8020 or the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC. 20202 1-800-421-3481 (V), 1-800-877-8339 (TDD). 2021_AMS_Parent_Brochure_MT04
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