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Eastern Washington University

Cheney, WA

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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.
10,698
Students
85%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
7,640
Classification
University
Type
Public, State
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
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?

85% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.27
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
September 1
Early Decision
No

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

  • •Academic GPA
  • •State Residency
  • •Alumni/AE Relation

Financials

See what it costs to attend Eastern Washington University.

$ 30,253
In-state list price
$ 47,246
Out-of-state list price
$ 14,767
Average net price
$ 27,156
Merit Price™
Stingy
Merit Meter™

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°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Eastern Washington University.

14:1
Student to faculty ratio
29%
4-year grad rate
43%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Eastern Washington are:

  • Psychology, General
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • Computer and Information Sciences, General

Demographics

Who attends Eastern Washington University?

No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
10,698
Women
57%
Men
43%

Housing

What's it like living at Eastern Washington University?

$16,827
Room & Board
15
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Eastern Washington University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.27.

How much does Eastern Washington University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $30,253 to attend Eastern Washington.

How many people attend Eastern Washington University?

10,698 people attend Eastern Washington. 7,640 are undergraduate students and 3,058 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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