East-West University

East-West University Overview

East-West University is a private, nonprofit school in the urban setting of Chicago, Illinois. East West University was founded in 1978 and the school enrolls around 2,476 students per year, including 419 undergrad students. East West University provides housing for students. The majority of students live on campus.

Student Activities at East West University

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of East West University's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? East West University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

East West University does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? East West University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at East West University on the Student Life page.

2022 East West University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Quarter
Overall Acceptance Rate	89%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED offered but % not available
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	2.7
Tuition	$21,600
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$13,985

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Is East West University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better idea of what East West University offers and if it might be a good fit for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for East-West University

It is not difficult to get into East West University. Around 89% of applicants get into East West University each year. Last year, 1,008 students applied to East West University and 896 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at East West University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Around 43% of students who start at East West University return the next year. Around 22% of students who started at East West University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook East West University Graduates

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from East West University by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with East West University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

East West University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

East West University's endowment was valued at $56.1 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $9,379 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at East West University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $13,985 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2022 had an average of $4,100 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at East West University.

Based on this information, does East West University seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is East West University a good school for you?

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Where is East-West University Located?

East West University is located in the urban setting of Chicago, Illinois, in the suburbs of Chicago.

If you want to see East West University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 90-94 to Chicago, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Chicago Midway.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what East West University and Chicago are like without leaving home.

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