If you are thinking about applying to Eastern Oregon University, the regular decision application deadline is September 1 and the fee for the application costs $50.
Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students who are struggling to afford application fees may be eligible for fee waiver for their application.
Eastern Oregon University 2021 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.4 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 19% |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional and are considered |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 66% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 21% |
Waitlist | No |
Eastern Oregon University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.
The Early Action deadline is February 1, which is coming up fast!
The early decision acceptance rate at Eastern Oregon University is 0%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 98%.
Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.
See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is slightly difficult to get into Eastern Oregon University. Eastern Oregon University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.
In 2021, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% of students, around 872 of the 890 students who applied.
Schools that are slightly difficult to get into, like Eastern Oregon University, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.
Transfer student admissions is slightly difficult.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Application Essay | Important |
Recommendation(s) | Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Class Rank | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
To apply, all applicants to Eastern Oregon University must submit the following items. Double check with Eastern Oregon University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.75 | |||
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 2 | |||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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. 4.0. 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.
Students admitted to Eastern Oregon University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4
Out of all students that were admitted, 72% submitted a class rank. At Eastern Oregon University 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 40% were in the top 25% and 76% were in the top 50%.
At Eastern Oregon University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges | |
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4.0 GPA | 72% |
Eastern Oregon University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.
Eastern Oregon 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.
In 2021, 66% of Eastern Oregon University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 21% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Eastern Oregon University applicants, you should strive to earn between 935 and 1140 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Eastern Oregon University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1140 and 25% of scored lower than 935, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Eastern Oregon University students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 470 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Eastern Oregon University students scored 585 or higher, and 75% scored a 470 or higher.
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To be most competitive at Eastern Oregon University, you should strive to earn between 17 and 23 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Eastern Oregon University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.
A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Eastern Oregon University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.
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For transfer students, it is slightly difficult to get admitted to Eastern Oregon University.
For transfer students wishing to start in the Fall, the deadline to apply is September 1.
Transfer students can enroll in Eastern Oregon University during the following terms: - Fall Term - Winter Term - Spring Term - Winter Term - Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Eastern Oregon University?
Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Eastern Oregon University.
Does Eastern Oregon University accept transfer credits?
Eastern Oregon University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Eastern Oregon University accepts:
Does Eastern Oregon University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
Eastern Oregon University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Eastern Oregon University?
Eastern Oregon University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.
What is Eastern Oregon University's acceptance rate?
Eastern Oregon University's acceptance rate is 98%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Eastern Oregon University?
Eastern Oregon University's early decision acceptance rate was 0% in 2021.
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern Oregon University is Sep 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern Oregon University is Sep 1.
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Eastern Oregon University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.42. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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