Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University (EWU) is located in the charming town of Cheney, Washington. Nestled in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, EWU offers a unique blend of academic rigor and outdoor adventure opportunities.

10,491

Students

94%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

6,951

Classification

University

Type

Public, State

Religious Affiliation

None

Website

ewu.edu

Founded with a mission to provide accessible education to the region, Eastern Washington University has grown into a vibrant community that fosters innovation, diversity, and excellence. Students at EWU can immerse themselves in a wide array of programs and disciplines, supported by distinguished faculty committed to teaching and research. From its strong emphasis on hands-on learning experiences to its engagement with local and global communities, EWU prepares its graduates to be leaders in a rapidly changing world. With a supportive campus environment and numerous extracurricular activities, Eastern Washington University delivers an enriching college experience that goes beyond the classroom.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Eastern Washington University?

94% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Unknown

Average High School GPA

3.19

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

September 1

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Eastern Washington University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Application Essay

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Eastern Washington University.

$ 29,811

In-state list price

$ 46,998

Out-of-state list price

$ 13,786

Average net price

$ 26,701

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Eastern Washington University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

Average winter temp

34°

Average summer temp

67°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Eastern Washington University.

19:1

Student to faculty ratio

27%

4-year grad rate

43%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Eastern Washington are:

Psychology, General
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology

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Demographics

Who attends Eastern Washington University?

19

States represented

29

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

10,491

Women

58%

Men

42%

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Housing

What's it like living at Eastern Washington University?

$16,509

Room & Board

0.1

Housing units / student

5

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Eastern Washington University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.19.

How much does Eastern Washington University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $29,811 to attend Eastern Washington.

How many people attend Eastern Washington University?

10,491 people attend Eastern Washington. 6,951 are undergraduate students and 3,540 are graduate students.

Where is Eastern Washington University located?

Eastern Washington University is located in Cheney, Washington. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Eastern Washington University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 39% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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