EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY EST. 1874
HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR GUIDE
A DAY JUST FOR YOU
Plan your visit to Eastern Kentucky University. We'll have sessions for you and your parents and show you around campus. See how you'll fit in at EKU.
EKU is right in the middle of Kentucky. Cincinnati and Louisville are an hour-and-ahalf away and Lexington is just 20 minutes north of campus.
SCHOLARSHIPS CHANGE THE GAME
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
At EKU, you’re rewarded for your high school GPA.
That’s why it’s important to keep your grades up. It can make a big difference when it comes to college scholarships.
Find more at go.eku.edu/scholarships
MERIT TIER 1
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
3.8 – 4.0 GPA and ACT 28+
ANNUAL AWARD
$8,000
MERIT TIER 2
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
3.8 – 4.0 GPA and ACT 24-27
ANNUAL AWARD
$5,000
MERIT TIER 3
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
3.4 GPA +
ANNUAL AWARD
$1,500
MERIT TIER 4
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
3.0 – 3.39 GPA
ANNUAL AWARD
$1,000
MADISON COUNTY PROMISE
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
2.5 – 2.9 GPA & Madison County Resident
ANNUAL AWARD
$1,000
If you don’t have a stellar GPA, don’t worry. You’re sure to find a match with plenty of other scholarship opportunities. Some may involve applications and different deadlines— check to see what you qualify for so you don’t miss your chance.
Here are a few to check out:
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS award nearly $1.7 million in scholarships to more than 2,000 students, based on varying criteria
TRAILBLAZER SCHOLARSHIP for students who are the first in their families to go to college
ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP for students whose parents, stepparents or grandparents went to EKU
MADISON COUNTY “PROMISE” for students from EKU’s home county
go.eku.edu/scholarships
EKU HAS YOUR BACK
College can feel overwhelming—we get it. That’s why EKU provides a ton of resources to help you succeed.
COUNSELING CENTER
A mental health counselor can help you understand and work through the changes you'll experience as a college student. From tips to managing stress, to having a safe space to talk with someone, EKU’s Counseling Center is there for you.
OFFICE OF ADVISING AND CAREER SERVICES
If you’re not sure what you want to do after college, the Office of Advising and Career Services (OACS) has you covered. Get help determining which major is right for you. OACS will also help you land your dream internship or career.
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
Healthcare and psychiatric services are available on campus for students. With psychiatric nurse practitioners on staff, students can get quick help with mental health needs.
GUARANTEED ADMISSION
You’re guaranteed admission to EKU with a high school cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher for Standard Admission, or 2.0-2.49 for Success First Admission.
JULY 2025
This is when you can officially apply to EKU. You can complete the admissions application in about 5-7 minutes from your phone or computer at go.eku.edu/apply
Then you’ll need to submit your high school transcript.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF
EKU Honors offers an upgraded learning experience, with innovative and creative courses, tight-knit community and one-ofa-kind opportunities, plus...$1500 annual scholarship, renewable for four years (subject to review of eligibility). Apply for EKU Honors in the fall of your senior year through the separate honors application.
honors.eku.edu
SEE THE WORLD
At EKU, you’ll have access to a variety of study-abroad locations around the world. Broaden your horizons, experience new cultures and immerse yourself in a learning experience like no other.
eku.edu/studyabroad
MAJOR OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT
Scan the QR code to see all majors
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EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES
Whether you already know what you want to major in, or you’re still unsure of what you want to do, don’t worry—you’ll find something right for you at EKU.
Check out some of the top majors that EKU students choose:
• ASL & English Interpretation
• Aviation
• Business
• Criminal Justice
• Fire, Arson & Explosion Investigations
• Forensic Science
• K-12 Education
• Marketing
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Nursing
• Occupational Safety
• Professional Golf Management
• Psychology
• Social Work AND MORE!
YOUR COLLEGE TO-DO LIST
RIGHT NOW
- Keep your grades up
- Research scholarships
- Find your EKU admissions counselor and schedule an appointment at: eku.edu/admissions/find-yourcounselor/
- Schedule your visit to EKU at go.eku.edu/visit
Follow EKU Admissions on social media
Instagram & YouTube: @EKUAdmissions
Snapchat: EKUStories
IN THE SPRING
- Take the ACT and/or SAT. While not required for admissions, test scores help determine what classes you'll take and can also open up additional scholarship opportunities. Leave yourself some time to take it again if needed.
- Send EKU your test scores.
School code: 1512 – ACT 1200 – SAT
