Eastern University

It is moderately difficult to get into Eastern University. Eastern University admitted 64% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 2,818 applications received in 2023, 1,814 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Eastern University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Eastern University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Eastern University's admissions stats.

Eastern University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	8%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

Eastern University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Eastern University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to Eastern University?

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Eastern University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Eastern University Admissions

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Is Eastern University Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Eastern University. Eastern University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Eastern University accepted 64% of students, around 1,814 of the 2,818 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Eastern University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Eastern University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Eastern University

Eastern University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Eastern University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Eastern University

Wondering what factors are considered by Eastern University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Eastern University for more information on admission factors.

Eastern University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Eastern University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Eastern University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	Senior grades
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Eastern University?

Students admitted to Eastern University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 44% submitted a class rank. At Eastern University 8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 25% were in the top 25% and 57% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Eastern University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	12%
3.75 and 3.99	10%
3.50 and 3.74	13%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	13%
2.50 and 2.9	18%
2.00 and 2.49	18%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Eastern University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Eastern University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Eastern University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Eastern University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Eastern University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Eastern University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Eastern University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Eastern University.

Does Eastern University accept transfer credits?

✅ Eastern University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Eastern University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Eastern University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Eastern University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Eastern University?

✅ Eastern University is not test optional.

What is Eastern University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Eastern University is 64%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Eastern University?

❌ Eastern University does not offer early decision.

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