At a glance
Average net price
$11,040
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.0%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
12,318
In-state tuition
$10,320
Out-of-state tuition
$21,230
Cost of attendance
$23,735
Median earnings (10y)
$45,795
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,149
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 76.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
28 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (23%), trades & services (21%), business (16%).
- STEM12%
- Health13%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services21%
- Business16.2%~1,989 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions13.0%~1,595 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,487 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology9.7%~1,195 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts7.3%~897 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech5.0%~610 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education4.3%~527 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~527 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~361 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~326 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~302 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.5%~302 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.4%~297 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~254 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal1.8%~219 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation1.8%~219 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture1.7%~204 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~166 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~147 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.0%~127 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Military tech1.0%~122 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History0.9%~112 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~102 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science0.8%~97 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~73 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~44 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 465 | $25,642 | $27,645 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 350 | $29,941 | $25,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 327 | $30,148 | $31,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 271 | $94,123 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 259 | $58,745 | $27,370 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 221 | $67,935 | $34,786 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other. | Master's | 207 | $73,209 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 177 | $25,881 | $24,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 165 | $32,879 | $26,725 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 158 | $37,931 | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 156 | $33,448 | $30,750 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 149 | $21,422 | $27,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 148 | $56,959 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 141 | — | $20,900 |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor's | 135 | $38,561 | $23,781 |
| Fire Protection. | Bachelor's | 132 | $48,702 | $27,000 |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 124 | $40,678 | $28,343 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 112 | $39,625 | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 93 | $38,677 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 85 | $28,543 | $14,625 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 85 | $27,112 | $22,999 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 83 | $38,362 | $25,189 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 78 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 76 | $42,570 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 75 | $42,563 | $26,500 |
| Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 69 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 66 | $39,901 | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 66 | $27,317 | $23,584 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor's | 61 | $59,585 | $25,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 60 | $27,520 | $25,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 60 | $35,263 | $21,498 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 60 | $32,868 | $16,400 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 58 | $24,568 | $28,964 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 57 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 54 | $42,005 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 54 | $26,811 | $27,375 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 53 | $24,978 | $25,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 51 | $50,605 | $25,145 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 51 | $40,376 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Eastern Kentucky University
Eastern Kentucky University is a large institution located in Richmond, Kentucky, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 12,318 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Eastern Kentucky University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $11,040 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $10,320 for in-state students and $21,230 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,735 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 76.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,795 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Eastern Kentucky University confers degrees and certificates across 28 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (23% of credentials), trades & services (21% of credentials), business (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,149. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Richmond, Kentucky (town), Eastern Kentucky University draws students from across Kentucky and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Eastern Kentucky University
Q.How much does Eastern Kentucky University cost?
The average net price at Eastern Kentucky University is $11,040 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,735.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Eastern Kentucky University?
Eastern Kentucky University has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Eastern Kentucky University?
Eastern Kentucky University admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Eastern Kentucky University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Eastern Kentucky University graduate earns $45,795 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Eastern Kentucky University?
Published tuition is $10,320 in-state and $21,230 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Eastern Kentucky University located?
Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, Kentucky (ZIP 40475).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Eastern Kentucky University at their official website.