64%

Acceptance Rate

$8,753

Avg.Financial Aid

003775

FAFSA Code

Eastern Washington University (EWU)

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Public

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Not applicable

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    NWCCU

  • Website

    www.ewu.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    12,633

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

Eastern Washington University(EWU) is a mid-sized 4-year public university located in Cheney, Washington. The University's roots date back to the Benjamin P. Cheney Academy, which opened its doors in the town of Cheney in 1882. After that, the university went through a number of changes in terms of development and improvisations. In 1961, the college was renamed Eastern Washington State College, reflecting its expanded offerings, and entered a period of explosive growth. In 1977, the school was renamed Eastern Washington University. Today the University has more than 10,000 students with 150-course offerings.

Eastern Washington University's mascot is an Eagle, which shows its vision and determination as to its core integrated values. The University is committed to providing high-quality education to the students through innovative learning and research. The students are prepared to succeed in a competitive job market and contribute to their career fields. It welcomes students, faculties from all over the world irrespective of caste, creed, and religion. It is the fastest-growing public institution in the state. It has been ranked 6th in our category for Best Online Colleges in Washington.

  • EWU is the public university whose students, faculty, staff, and alumni make profound and significant contributions to the economic and social vitality of the region.

  • University's acceptance rate is 64% which means that almost all the applicants are selected to the university and thus it makes the University an 'easy' school to attend.

  • The student population is 12,279 which consists of 10,790  full-timers and 1,489 part-timers.

  • Looking at its reputation, a lot of non-resident students come to attend the University, which suggests the ethenic and cultural diversity of University is moderate. 33% percent of students are minorities or students of color.

  • The student-faculty ratio is 21:1 with a total graduation rate of 47%.

  • The University has developed a concrete curriculum for a study involving both offline and online modes. At present, the University offers more than 150 areas of study and degree programs like Associate, Undergraduate, Graduate, and Post-graduate doctoral.

  • The students of Eastern Washington University who are no longer in school starts their first salary with $45,300, which is 32% higher than the national median

  • Institutional Accreditation is by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

  • The University houses quite a number of games under the athletic division of NCAA Division I.

  • Looking back on its rich legacy, EWU has been a house for many present days celebrities, politicians, and spokespeople. Some Notable alumni of EWU are Thomas Hampson, Rodney Stuckey, Micheal Roos, and many more.


Online Education at EWU

The online program at EWU lets you earn an EWU degree on your schedule with the comfort of your own home. Non-admitted students can take classes for two quarters before being enrolled as a student. The online classes were evolved in the University to make quality education accessible to all with a pocket-friendly price tag. Nevertheless, the effectiveness of these online classes is extremely high.

EWU Eaglenet is the online Learning Management System adopted by the university. The University is extremely meticulous in terms of the effectiveness of the online courses and they give an equal share of work for both the kind of students. The courses are full-credit and the most popular online courses being Multi-disciplinary Studies and Liberal Arts.


Reviews

Some of the student’s reviews are given below

  • The campus is very attractive and there is plenty of grass to lounge in between classes. It is filled with diverse people which always makes the path for new learnings.

  • Teachers are well experienced and always there to help the students. There are a lot of resources to complete the degree successfully. There are great opportunities for internships.

  • The workload is reasonable and the curriculum is fantastic. There are guest speakers arranged by the university to motivate the students to get success in life.

Location & Contact

Address

526 5th Street

Rankings

The ranking according to the U.S.News report is given below

  • It ranks 77th in Regional Universities West.

  • It ranks 24th in Top Public Schools in the States.

  • It ranks 52th in Occupational Therapy in America.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    15th May

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    64%

  • SAT Range

    870 - 1080

  • SAT/ACT

    Required

  • ACT Range

    17 - 23

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    $60

  • Accept Common App

    No

Ranking itself 5th among the lowest acceptance rate in Colleges in Washington, the Eastern Washington University makes the admission moderately competitive. Last year out of over 8,374 applicants, 5,311 were accepted for further admission processes making the net acceptance rate, 64%. The school ranks 15th in Washington for the highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as EWU accepts 64% of students who apply

The academic requirements are quite high with an average SAT score of range 870-1080 and an ACT tests-core of 17-23 is preferred. High school transcript and an estimated GPA of 3.24 and onwards is a mandate. Having said this, the University mainly attracts ‘B’ grade High School students for admission. Making into EWU is considered quite a deal and looking at the legacy of brilliant academics and record career-shaping programs, it is worth it. Other information which one should keep in mind while applying for the University are:

  • One must have a test score complying to all the aforesaid categories to make into EWU. 

  • The college offers virtual campus tours, e-counseling, and educational webinars as well. 

  • If applying online, refer to the official website of EWU

  • Planning for a campus visit then follows this address location: Eastern  Washington University at 526 5th St, Cheney, WA 99004, United States. The visiting hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for weekdays.

  •  For any queries, one can email to EWU using their official email id(admissions@ewu.edu) or call them at  509.359.2397 or fax them at 509.359.6692.

  • If you send test scores, EWU's SAT school code is 4301, and our ACT school code is 4454.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $10,751

  • Average Annual Cost

    $6,381

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $23,011

  • Other Fees

    $942

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $12,058

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $2,760

Total One Year Cost

$23,011

The annual cost to attend Eastern Washington University for a instate/resident student is $23,011 and that of an out of state or international student sums up to $40,132. The fee difference between a resident and a nonresident student is approximately 74.4%. Having said the numbers, EWU's cost to attend is on the pricier side.

But through years of legacy brilliance in academics and grooming the students to have an edge in the industry, the Net Cost to Attend EWU pays off. 10 years after enrolling, the average income of former Eastern Washington University students who are working and no longer in school is $45,300, which is 32% higher than the national median. This suggests a high Return of Investment on the student's part. Most of the students after graduating from University either continue further studies in the Univerity under doctoral research programs or get placed in multinational companies.

The Average Net Price of investing in the EWU is $10,751.To gauge a more realistic view on the campus tuition fee, the University offers financial aid in the form of student scholarships, federal loans, and grants. Around 60% of the students avail of some sort of financial assistance.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

NA

Student:Faculty Ratio

21:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

74%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

63%

Academic Calendar

Quarter

Research Funding per Student

$137

Faculty Overview

52%

Male Professors

48%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Business Administration, Management...

    174 Graduates

  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, G...

    145 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    143 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    134 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    125 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    124 Graduates

  • Physiology, Pathology and Related S...

    86 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    74 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    125 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    124 Graduates

  • Physiology, Pathology and Related S...

    86 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    74 Graduates

  • Human Development, Family Studies,...

    73 Graduates

  • Accounting and Related Services

    72 Graduates

  • Social Work

    71 Graduates

  • Computer and Information Sciences,...

    69 Graduates

  • Marketing

    68 Graduates

  • Mechanical Engineering

    65 Graduates

  • Registered Nursing, Administration,...

    64 Graduates

  • Criminology

    57 Graduates

  • Dental Support Services and Allied...

    49 Graduates

  • Management Information Systems and...

    47 Graduates

  • Computer Software and Media Applica...

    44 Graduates

  • Health and Medical Administrative S...

    40 Graduates

  • Research and Experimental Psycholog...

    38 Graduates

  • English Language and Literature, Ge...

    37 Graduates

  • Electrical, Electronics and Communi...

    33 Graduates

  • Engineering Technologies/Technician...

    33 Graduates

  • Geography and Cartography

    33 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    33 Graduates

  • Political Science and Government

    30 Graduates

  • Economics

    25 Graduates

  • Romance Languages, Literatures, and...

    25 Graduates

  • History

    24 Graduates

  • International Relations and Nationa...

    24 Graduates

  • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...

    23 Graduates

  • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facil...

    20 Graduates

  • Communication Disorders Sciences an...

    19 Graduates

  • Chemistry

    18 Graduates

  • Sociology

    17 Graduates

  • Special Education and Teaching

    15 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    14 Graduates

  • Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...

    13 Graduates

  • Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...

    13 Graduates

  • Journalism

    13 Graduates

  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...

    12 Graduates

  • Music

    11 Graduates

  • Natural Resources Conservation and...

    11 Graduates

  • Anthropology

    10 Graduates

  • City/Urban, Community and Regional...

    10 Graduates

  • Film/Video and Photographic Arts

    10 Graduates

  • Mental and Social Health Services a...

    10 Graduates

  • Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...

    9 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    8 Graduates

  • Mathematics

    8 Graduates

  • Philosophy

    8 Graduates

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...

    7 Graduates

  • International Business

    6 Graduates

  • Mechanical Engineering Related Tech...

    6 Graduates

  • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studi...

    5 Graduates

  • Design and Applied Arts

    2 Graduates

  • Public Health

    2 Graduates

  • Physics

    1 Graduates

  • Teaching English or French as a Sec...

    1 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

11,408

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

38%

Full-time / Part-time

87% / 13%

Students Gender

Male

46%

US National: 44%

Female

54%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

56%

Unknown

10%

Black

3%

Hispanic

16%

Two or more races

7%

Non Resident alien

4%

Asian

3%

American Indian/Alaska native

1%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

6%

Out Of State

94%

In State

0%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$56,953 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

N/A

Undergrads in College Housing

19%

Averege Housing Cost

$6,888/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,170/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$5,170/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Eagle: Swoop

School Colors

red and white

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Big Sky Conference

Total Male Athletes

150

Total Female Athletes

139

Intramural Sports

19

Sports Club

30

Sports Team (Men)

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Tennis

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Soccer

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $12,405 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The university has enrolled around 45% male and 55% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$34,600/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$43,100/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$15,000 - $29,906

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$156 - $310

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

73%

Average Aid Per Year

$8,753

Students Receiving Federal Grants

43%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,697

Students Receiving State Aid

39%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,834

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

49%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,274

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$12,082

$30K - $48K

$10,962

$48K - $75K

$6,463

$75K - $110K

$1,978

> $110K

$1,125

The university understands the difficulty of the working class and the importance of education at present. The total financial aid distributed by the university so far is $62,607,587. The FAFSA application must be filled by the candidate who is seeking financial aid. Eastern Washington University (EWU) Federal School Code is 003775.

  • The Federal-Aid includes Direct Subsidized Loan, Direct Unsubsidized Loan, Direct PLUS Loans, Federal Work-Study, Federal Perkins Loans, and Pell Grant.

  • The State Aid includes EWU Grant, Washington State Need Grant (SNG), and College Bound Scholarship.

  • The Institutional Aid covered by the university includes Automatic Scholarships, WUE Awards, Honors Scholarship, and Transfer Achievement Scholarship.

  • The Military Aid provided includes the Post 9/11 GI Bill, and the Tuition Assistance Program.

Other than this, the University has the scheme to award meritorious students for encouraging better performance. These come under academic scholarships. If a student meets the minimum GPA requirement (usually 2.80) and has submitted an admissions application to EWU, they may be considered for an award. If a student is enrolled in a degree-seeking program, they may be considered for an award. This includes undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral students.

To more about the various financial assistance given by the EWU, refer to the official link as mentioned above.

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