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Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Kentucky University

521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY 40475-3102
(859) 622-1000

Eastern Kentucky University is a public 4-year institution, founded in 1906. Eastern is in Richmond, KY. This school is the fourth biggest institution in the state of Kentucky. This public school offers seven certificates, 14 degrees at the associates level, 83 degrees at the bachelors level, 39 degrees at the masters level, and one doctoral level degree to students. 16,567 students sought degrees from the 110 programs at this school in 2010. It offers subjects such as science and teaching. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. EKU is one of 24 public post-secondary institutions in Kentucky.

Admission

In 2010, 8,339 students applied for admission to this school. It admitted more than two-thirds of the applicants or 5,754 students. Approximately 57% of the admitted students are women.

Admission

In 2010, 8,339 students applied for admission to this school. It admitted more than two-thirds of the applicants or 5,754 students. Approximately 57% of the admitted students are women.

  • Percent Admitted students who applied: 69%
  • Percent Admitted of women who applied were admitted: 69%
  • Percent Admitted of men who applied were admitted: 69%

Student Demographics

This school had 16,567 students enrolled in 2010.

Student Demographics

This school had 16,567 students enrolled in 2010.

  • Total Enrolled Male: 6958
  • Total Enrolled Female: 9609
  • Undergraduate Male: 6190
  • Undergraduate Female: 8206
  • Graduate Male: 782
  • Graduate Female: 1389
Information based on 2010-12 data from the U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics.
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