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STATS PRACTICAL Six months after graduation, 76% of EKU graduates are employed full time, and 94% are satisfied with their career choice.
MODERN
EKU recently underwent the largest campus revitalization since the 1960s, offering a state-of-the-art science building, suite-style residence halls and a massive dining hall. All offer modern amenities, and are less than three years old.
AFFORDABLE
CONVENIENT
Washington Monthly named EKU a “Best Bang for the Buck” college, a listing of schools “that help non-wealthy students attain marketable degrees at affordable prices.”
EKU is close to everywhere. Cincinnati and Louisville are 90 minutes away. The Horse Capital of the World, Lexington, is just 20 minutes north.
EXCITING There’s always something to do at EKU. There are 230 student organizations, a large variety of club sports and intramural teams, and several NCAA Division I athletics teams, including: • Baseball – Men’s
GLOBAL EKU offers access to a variety of study-abroad locations around the world. Your fellow students come from all 50 states and 52 countries.
• Basketball – Both • Beach Volleyball – Women’s • Cross Country – Both • Football – Men’s • Golf – Both • Soccer – Women’s • Softball – Women’s • Track & Field, Indoor – Both • Track & Field, Outdoor – Both • Volleyball – Women’s
$38 M REWARDING EKU awarded more than $38 million in scholarships and fellowships to deserving Colonels in 2020-2021.
RESPECTED EKU has been recognized for outstanding service by U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, Military Times and more.
ACTIVE
CARING
EKU is located near the Appalachian Mountains, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The on-campus student rec center is well equipped and open every day.
With a 15-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, EKU professors are more than lecturers — they’re mentors.
“Being a Colonel means taking advantage of opportunities. EKU is a place where a lot of opportunities present themselves. You just have to be ready for it.” Larissa Heslop ANTHROPOLOGY MAJOR
COLLEGE OF
business
college of education + applied human sciences
college of business
college of health sciences
PROGRAMS Whether you’ve already picked a major or you’re still considering your options, EKU offers a wealth of academic choices. Programs are subject to change.
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• + INDICATES ONLINE & ON-CAMPUS OPTIONS )
Visit go.eku.edu/programs for the most up-to-date listing. Accounting
• Management Accounting • Public Accounting
Agriculture
• Agribusiness Management • Agriculture Engineering Technology • Agronomy, Soils & Natural Resources • Animal Science • Fruit, Vegetable, Nursery & Greenhouse Production • Livestock Management • Technical Agriculture
American Sign Language & English Interpretation Animal Studies Animal & Veterinary Sciences • Animal Science • General Pre-Veterinary • Pre-Veterinary Transfer
Anthropology Art/Design Studio
• Art/Design Studio Arts • Graphic Design • Teacher Education
Aviation
• Aerospace Management • Aerospace Technology • Professional Flight
Biology
• Aquatic Biology • Biodiversity • Biology Teaching • General Biology
Biomedical Sciences
• Biology Pre-Medical Science • Biology Pre-Veterinary Science • Biomedical Research • Pre - Dental • Pre - Optometry • Pre - Physician Assistant
Broadcasting & Electronic Media
• Broadcasting & Electronic Media • Film Techniques & Technology • Multimedia Journalism
Business, General
• Business & Marketing Education / Teaching • Corporate Communication & Technology • General Business • + • Global Supply Chain Management • International Business
Business Management
• Entrepreneurship • Human Resource Management • Management • +
Career & Technical Education
• Agriculture Education • Engineering/Technology Education • Industrial Education Option • In-Service Teacher Education Training and Development • Occupational Training & Development Option • Pre-Service Teacher Education • Technical Education
Chemistry BS
• Biochemistry • Chemistry Teaching • General Chemistry • Pre - Health • Pre - Pharmacy
Chemistry BS / MS “3+ 2” Child and Family Studies
• Child Development • + • Family Studies • Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
Communication Disorders Communication Studies
•+
Computer Information Systems
• General Computer Information Systems • Network Management
Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence Data Science • Computer Technology • General Computer Science • Interactive Multimedia
Construction Management Corrections & Juvenile Justice Studies (Online Only) Criminal Justice
•+
Cyber Systems Technology
• Network Security & Electronics • Technology Systems
Cyber Systems Technology “3 + 2” Deaf & Hard of Hearing Education
• DHHT Elementary Education • DHHT Middle Grade Education • English & Communications • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies
Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity
college of justice, safety, + military science
college of letters, arts, + social sciences
Education, Elementary ( P-5 )
Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology • + Food & Nutrition
• English as a Second Language • Reading P-12
• Culinary Nutrition & Food Management • Dietetics
Education, Middle Grades
• English & Communications • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies
Forensic Science
• Forensic Biology • Forensic Chemistry
Forensic Science BS / MS “3+2” General Studies (AA) • + General Studies (BA) (Online only) Global Hospitality & Tourism (Online only)
Education, Special / Teaching
• English & Communications • Learning & Behavior Disorders, Elementary Education • Learning & Behavior Disorders, Middle Grade Education • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies
• Gastronomic Tourism (Online only) • Sustainable Hospitality (Online only)
Globalization & International Affairs Health Services Administration • +
Emergency Medical Care
• Emergency Services Administration • + • Paramedic Clinical/Fire Track • Paramedic Science Track
•+
Engineering Technology Management • Manufacturing • Technology
Engineering Technology Management BS / MS “3+ 2” English English BA / MA “3+ 2” English Teaching English & History Teaching Environmental Health Science & Sustainability Exercise & Sport Science • Physical Fitness & Wellness • Pre-Athletic Training / Pre-Physical Therapy
Exploratory Family and Consumer Science Teaching Finance
• Banking and Financial Services • Business Finance • + • Financial Planning
Fire, Arson & Explosion Investigations • + Fire Protection Administration
•+
• Health Care Management • Health Informatics & Information Management
History History BA / MA “3 +2” History Teaching Homeland Security • + Marketing
• Marketing • + • Marketing Research & Analytics • Music Marketing • Professional Golf Management
Mathematics
• General Mathematics • Mathematics Teaching
Medical Laboratory Science Music
• Music Education • Music Industry • Music Industry Recording Arts • Music Performance • Music Theory & Composition
Nursing ( ASN ) Nursing ( Post-RN ) Nursing ( BSN) Nursing ( RN to BSN ) (Online Only) Nursing ( 2nd degree) Occupational Safety • + Occupational Science
college of science, technology, engineering, + mathematics Paralegal Science ( BA ) • + Paralegal Studies ( AAS) • + Paramedicine (ASP) • + Philosophy Physics
• Engineering Physics • General Physics • Physics Teaching
Police Studies (AA) • + Police Studies (BA) • + Political Science • + Political Science BA / MPA “3+ 2” Psychology
• Art Therapy • Brain & Cognitive Psychology • + • Child & Family Psychology • + • Developmental Disabilities / Autism Spectrum Disorders • + • Forensic Psychology • + • General Psychology • + • Psychiatric Rehabilitation • + • Psychology of the Workplace • + • Substance Abuse • +
Public Health BS / MPH “3+ 2” • Health Promotion • Pre-Professional
Public Relations Recreation & Park Management
• Natural Resources & Recreation Management • Recreation Management & Event Planning • Recreation Therapy • Tourism & Resort Recreation
Recreation & Park Management BS / MS “3+ 2” Risk Management & Insurance • + Social Justice Studies Social Work • + Sociology Spanish Spanish Teaching Sports Management • + Statistics Wildlife Management • Conservation Management • Game Management
“Eastern feels like a home away from home for me because of the friends I have made. I have made friends I will be close to for the
TRADITIONAL (2 Beds, Desks + Closets)
rest of my life.” Calvin Andries WILDLIFE MGMT. MAJOR
ENHANCED TRADITIONAL (Traditional Amenities + Sink)
BEDROOM
BATH
BEDROOM
SIMPLE SUITE
BATH
BEDROOM
KITCHEN LIVING AREA
BEDROOM
BATH
SUPER SUITE
Residence
LIFE
Our residence halls put you in the middle of the
Colonel community, where everything you need is close by. Plus, living here can help you succeed. Students who live on campus have higher average GPAs and are more likely to graduate in four years. Live where you learn. Embrace your independence. Make lifelong friends. It all starts here.
CHOOSE YOUR LIVING STYLE We have four room styles to choose from. Samples shown are based on availability and pricing structure. Get the amenities you want at a price point right for you. TRADITIONAL A cost-effective space with just the necessities. ENHANCED Similar to a traditional room with an in-room sink. SIMPLE SUITE Four people share two modern bedrooms and one bathroom. SUPER SUITE Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchenette, a living area and four closets.
GET INVOLVED WITH RESIDENCE LIFE • Housing & Residence Life activities • 16 Living Learning Communities • 12 residence halls • 250 student worker positions
View room layouts and apply for housing at go.eku.edu/housing.
COSTS $9,452
2021-2022
ESTIMATED COSTS PER YEAR We know cost is one of the most important factors in your college choice. We’re proud to provide an outstanding education at a competitive and affordable price.
For up-to-date costs, visit go.eku.edu/fees
$10,500
OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
IN-STATE TUITION
Doesn’t include mandatory fees. Kentucky students taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester pay $386 per credit hour.
HOUSING
$6,048
AVERAGE COST DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
Doesn’t include mandatory fees. Available to U.S. residents living outside of Kentucky.
MEAL PLAN $3,994 AVERAGE COST VARIES BASED ON YEAR AND HOUSING STATUS
BOOKS FREE
!
ESTIMATED SAVINGS OF $1,200 PER YEAR
FINANCIALAID Your college education is one of the best investments you’ll
make. And EKU is here to help – more than 80% of our students
benefit from many types of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, work-study and loans. Explore some of the following options, and get personalized guidance from our financial aid counselors.
LOANS
GRANTS
Grants are awarded based mostly on financial need and generally
do not require repayment. As a qualifying EKU undergraduate student, your grant options include the following: Pell Grants • www2.ed.gov/programs/fpg Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants • go.eku.edu/supplemental
While there are many private loan sources, federal sources
The College Access Program (CAP) • go.eku.edu/capgrant
generally offer you the best terms. All federal student loans require
Teacher Education Assistance for College and
a FAFSA application. go.eku.edu/federal
Higher Education (TEACH) • go.eku.edu/teachgrant
EKU BOOKSMART
MORE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
For Fall 2021, textbooks are free for undergraduate students. Delivered before classes, the books add up to an estimated savings of $1,200 per year.
These scholarships require applications and may have different
Learn more at go.eku.edu/books.
deadlines. EKU Foundation Scholarships Program-specific awards for varying demographics. Alumni Scholarships For children of EKU alums or Madison County high school grads.
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS Based on your high school GPA and standardized test scores, merit scholarships are automatically applied — there is no separate application. Determine your eligibility using EKU’s online Scholarship Estimator at go.eku.edu /estimator. Available to on-campus and in-state students only. The scholarships listed below are awarded annually for up to four years. Student must maintain a 2.5 or 3.0 EKU cumulative GPA, depending on the scholarship, and be enrolled full time.
scholarship amount
academic credentials
full in-state tuition $6,000 $4,000 $3,000
3.8 - 4.0 gpa + act 28+ 3.8 - 4.0 3.3 - 3.79 3.0 - 3.29
“Colonel Commitment” Scholarship • 100% of tuition and fees For Pell-Grant eligible students with a minimum 3.0 high school GPA. Access Scholarship • $1,000 For diverse students with a minimum 2.5 GPA and 16 on the ACT, or 3.0 GPA. Opportunity Scholarship • $1,000 - $3,000 For students with financial need and a minimum 2.5 GPA and 18 on the ACT. Madison County “Promise” • $1,000 For students from Madison County, Kentucky with a 2.5-2.99 GPA.
Trailblazer Scholarship For students who are the first in their family to pursue a degree. Dr. Rodney Gross Scholarship A scholarship for high-achieving diverse students. Department/Office Scholarships Discipline-specific; awarded based on a range of criteria. Scholarships for Students with Disabilities For students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES SEPT Apply for new Federal Student Aid ID OCT Complete the FAFSA at fsaid.ed.gov NOV 1 FAFSA Priority deadline JAN 1 Priority deadline for Rodney Gross and New Horizons scholarships MAR 15 Admissions deadline for priority scholarship consideration — awards continue until funds run out Foundation and alumni scholarships deadline Deadline for Rodney Gross and Trailblazer scholarships APR 1 Scholarship deadline for high school transcripts & test scores MAY 1 Scholarship acceptance deadline
DISCOVER MORE
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS
go.eku.edu/aid
The scholarships listed below are available to qualifying out-ofstate students and are awarded annually. Student must maintain a 3.0 EKU cumulative GPA and be enrolled full time.
go.eku.edu/onlineresources
Scholar I • $7,000
Scholar III • $3,000
Scholar II • $5,000
Scholar IV • $1,000
go.eku.edu/scholarships go.eku.edu/estimator
VISIT SENIOR SPOTLIGHT DAYS
Spotlight Days are an opportunity for students and their parents to get a feel for campus life and academic studies at EKU. You will get to know current students, visit the academic/student services showcase, tour campus, and meet with faculty and staff.
JUNIOR DAY This program is specifically designed to assist high school juniors in exploring the college search process. Get a sense of how EKU can fit into your future academic career.
MAROON MADNESS Our campus community is excited to throw a party for EKU’s admitted students. Learn about clubs and organizations, check out EKU’s dining and housing options and find out more about academics and financial aid.
DIVERSITY DAYS These events allow diverse students to experience EKU and learn about campus resources.
VIRTUAL LIVE CHATS & INFO SESSIONS Learn about a variety of topics, including admission, financial aid, housing and more from the comfort of your home.
To learn more about the events listed above, visit go.eku.edu/events.
PLAN YOUR VISIT! EKU Admissions also hosts group tours, interactive presentations and lots of special events. Check out all the options, take a virtual tour and plan your trip to campus at go.eku.edu/visit.
APPLY NOW FRESHMAN ADMISSION STANDARDS Those who meet the following benchmarks will be guaranteed admission to EKU as a first-time freshman:
Standard Admission: High School Cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher Success First: High School Cumulative GPA 2.0-2.49 Learn more about your admission eligibility at go.eku.edu/freshmen. Applicants must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. College entrance exam test scores will be used for course placement and scholarship only.
APPLY IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Please keep the following deadlines in mind when considering applying to EKU so you don’t miss your opportunity to be a Colonel:
July 1 Application for Fall 2022 opens Early January Housing application opens February New Student Orientation registration opens Ready to apply? Please note the following information: ACT Code: 1512 SAT Code: 1200 FAFSA Code: 001963 Apply quickly and easily online at go.eku.edu/apply.
“Being a Colonel is being part of a family. You’re in a group that most of the world will never be part of. Your presence is felt here — you’re not just a number.” Ben Elliot COMMUNICATIONS STUDIES MAJOR
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