Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
93.62%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Eastern University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 93.62%. This means approximately 936 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,978 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
93.62%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $37,420 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,420 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $53,293 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,885 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 35.66% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 56.17% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Eastern University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,420
Room and board
$13,168
Books and supplies
$1,424
Other expenses
$4,338
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$53,293
Average net price
$25,885
Average aid coverage
51%
$27,408 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Eastern University pays approximately $25,885 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Eastern University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Eastern University net price
$25,885
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Eastern University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,420 and average net price at $25,885. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,420
Current net price
$25,885
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
55.96%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$51,655
Undergraduates
1,978
10-Year Median Earnings - Eastern University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Eastern University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Eastern University?
Undergraduates
1,978
Completion rate
55.96%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
35.66%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
56.17%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 35.66% of Eastern University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 56.17% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Eastern University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Eastern University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Eastern University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Eastern University is listed at 1300 Eagle Rd, Saint Davids, PA 19087-3696. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Eastern University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern University | 93.62% | $37,420 | $25,885 | $51,655 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern University's acceptance rate?
Eastern University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 93.62%.
How much is Eastern University tuition?
Eastern University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,420.
What is Eastern University's average net price?
Eastern University's average net price in the local dataset is $25,885.
What does Eastern University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $23,050 for Eastern University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Eastern University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $51,655 for Eastern University.
Is Eastern University accredited?
Eastern University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Eastern University?
The local dataset lists 1,978 undergraduate students at Eastern University.
What percentage of Eastern University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Eastern University in the local dataset is 35.66%.
What is the federal loan rate at Eastern University?
The federal loan rate for Eastern University in the local dataset is 56.17%.
Where should I verify Eastern University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Eastern University or the latest official federal education data.