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Colleges / Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Kentucky University

Richmond, KY 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate98%

Eastern Academics

Eastern Kentucky University requires a minimum of 120 semester hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Eastern Kentucky University, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Eastern Kentucky University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Eastern Kentucky University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 52% of students who start college at Eastern Kentucky University complete all the credits required within six years.

Eastern Kentucky University true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program X
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Eastern Kentucky University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At Eastern Kentucky University?

Eastern Kentucky University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Eastern Kentucky University.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer Yes

Reminder: Check with Eastern Kentucky University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Eastern Kentucky University

When choosing a major, Eastern Kentucky University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Eastern Kentucky University.Eastern Kentucky University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Eastern Kentucky University false.Eastern Kentucky University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Eastern Kentucky University


Does Eastern Kentucky University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Eastern Kentucky University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Eastern Kentucky University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Eastern Kentucky University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Eastern Kentucky University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Eastern Kentucky University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Eastern Kentucky University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Eastern Kentucky University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Eastern Kentucky University.

Does Eastern Kentucky University Require Internships?

🟨 Eastern Kentucky University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Eastern Kentucky University


Eastern Kentucky University Library

The main library on campus is the John Grant Crabbe Library and there are 2 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Eastern Kentucky University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Eastern offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with University of Kentucky and Auburn University

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Eastern Kentucky University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Eastern Kentucky University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Eastern Kentucky University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

14,565

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

98%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$9,752

Out-of-State

$20,024

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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