Emporia State University
Emporia, Kansas · Public
Emporia State University admitted 98% of 1,918 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 970–1180 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 54% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Emporia State University
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Early decision and early action
Emporia State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Emporia State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Class rank
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- Talent or ability
Considered
- Essay
- Activities
Not considered
- Course rigor
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
What it costs
Full price with housing is $23,306 in-state and $31,619 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,441 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Emporia State University’s acceptance rate?
Emporia State University admitted 98% of applicants: 1,874 of 1,918 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
What SAT score do you need for Emporia State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 970 to 1180 (converted from ACT scores), with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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