Eastern University
Saint Davids, Pennsylvania · Private
Eastern University admitted 91% of 3,108 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Eastern University
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Early decision and early action
Eastern University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Eastern University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.20 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $56,350 a year. After grants, students paid $21,900 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Eastern University’s acceptance rate?
Eastern University admitted 91% of applicants: 2,821 of 3,108 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
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