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Eastern University
St. Davids,
PA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate64%
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About Eastern University
Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university enrolling approximately 5,700 students in a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, professional, seminary, and online programs. The university’s main campus is located in St. Davids, PA. Eastern’s core values of faith, reason, and justice are woven into all of its educational programs.
Eastern University is affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA and has an interdenominational Christian student body, faculty and administration. Through dynamic programs, a vibrant campus community, and meaningful service learning opportunities, Eastern University is committed to providing students with transformative, accessible, and affordable education.
Eastern University is a private, religious university in the suburb of St. Davids, Pennsylvania. Eastern University was founded in 1925. The university enrolls around 5,769 students per year, including 1,848 undergraduates.
Eastern University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Eastern University. The acceptance rate at Eastern University is 64%. Out of 2,818 applications received in 2022, 1,814 students were offered admission.
| Eastern University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 64% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.2 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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Eastern University is located in the town of St. Davids, Pennsylvania, in the suburbs of Philadelphia.
If you want to see Eastern University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take I-95, I-76 to St. Davids, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Philadelphia International Airport.
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College Info
Eastern University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Eastern University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
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Reading SAT Range
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Eastern University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$50,588
In State$50,588
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$36,760
$36,760
Fees
$660
$660
Housing
$13,168
$13,168
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Eastern University is like? There are approximately 5,769 students enrolled at Eastern University, including 1,848 undergraduate students and 3,921 graduate students. 69% percent of students attend school full-time, 69% percent are from PA and 31% percent of students are from other states.
69%
Full Time31%
Part Time69%
In State31%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,769
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
64%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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