Eastern Kentucky University

If you want to apply to Eastern, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application is $35.

Eastern Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Eastern's admissions stats.

Eastern 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Mean SAT Score	1075
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	7%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	92%
Waitlist	No

Eastern Kentucky University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Eastern Kentucky University.

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

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Considering Applying Early to Eastern?

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Eastern does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on Eastern Kentucky University Admissions

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Transferring to Eastern Kentucky University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Eastern

Eastern has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Eastern Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Eastern

What does Eastern consider 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important

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

Eastern 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Eastern, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Eastern'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
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.02.5
Other Requirements	√
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?

Students admitted to Eastern have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 75% submitted a class rank. At Eastern 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 39% were in the top 25% and 69% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	7.26%
3.75 and 3.99	26%
3.50 and 3.74	18.66%
3.25 and 3.49	14.69%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	14.83%
2.00 and 2.49	7.26%

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 directly.

About GPAs

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. 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 considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Eastern 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, 7% of Eastern's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 92% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Eastern?

To be competitive with other Eastern applicants, you should strive to earn between 960 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Eastern 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 960, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Eastern student is 1075.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Eastern students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Eastern students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Eastern?

To be most competitive at Eastern, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Eastern's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Eastern students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Eastern Kentucky University

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

Transfer students can enroll in Eastern during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Eastern Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Eastern?

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

Does Eastern accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

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

✅ Eastern accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Eastern?

✅ Eastern is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Eastern's acceptance rate?

✅ Eastern's acceptance rate is 98%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Eastern?

❌ Eastern does not offer early decision.

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