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Eastern Washington University

Cheney, WA

Public

University

Website

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.
10,273
Students
91%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
7,051
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?

91% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Test Blind
Average High School GPA
Unknown
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

Financials

See what it costs to attend Eastern Washington University.

$ 27,759
In-state list price
$ 45,990
Out-of-state list price
$ 13,786
Average net price
$ 25,037
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.

30%
4-year grad rate
47%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Eastern Washington are:

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

Demographics

Who attends Eastern Washington University?

19
States represented
29
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
10,273
Women
57%
Men
43%

Housing

What's it like living at Eastern Washington University?

$14,880
Room & Board
0.1
Housing units / student

FAQs

How much does Eastern Washington University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $27,759 to attend Eastern Washington.

How many people attend Eastern Washington University?

10,273 people attend Eastern Washington. 7,051 are undergraduate students and 3,222 are graduate students.

Where is Eastern Washington University located?

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

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