Welcome to Eastern Kentucky University—home to trailblazers, next-generation leaders and game changers.
Our tight-knit community makes EKU an exceptional place to learn and grow. For more than a century, we’ve jump-started the careers of thousands of Colonels with more than 100 majors, including aviation, forensic science, education, business, nursing, video game design and more.
As you experience the Campus Beautiful, know that there’s no question too big or too small—ask your guide or give us a call.
SCAN TO FIND YOUR COUNSELOR
HOME SWEET HOME
EKU has more than 250 student organizations, 18 NCAA Division 1 teams, a recreation and fitness center, festivals, live performances and lectures on campus. Downtown Richmond is within walking distance for more fun, food and shopping. Plus, EKU is near some of the best hiking and rock-climbing spots in Lexington, Louisville and Cincinnati.
YOU’VE GOT BIG DREAMS; WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK
Through our top-notch support services like the Student Success Center, you’ll have everything you need to graduate on time and land your dream job—test prep, mentoring, career coaching, professional networking and more. You can ask us anything about financial aid, class registration, study strategies and time management.
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
We work hard to keep EKU one of the bestpriced four-year schools in the region. But if you need a little help, we’ve got your back. More than 80% of our students qualify for some form of financial assistance, and we reward academic achievement with automatic merit scholarships—no forms, no essays and test scores are optional.
WELCOME TO EKU
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. hello.eku.edu/fees
A HASSLE-FREE EXPERIENCE
ADMISSIONS APPLICATIONS OPEN: MARCH 1 Dual Credit
JULY 1 First-Time Freshman
JULY 1 Transfer hello.eku.edu/apply
IMPORTANT DATES
LAND YOUR DREAM JOB
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Aviation
• Criminal Justice
• Forensic Science
• Exercise and Sports Science
• Business
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Social Work
• Occupational Science
• Biomedical Science
• Animal & Veterinary Science
OCTOBER
• Apply for Housing
• Complete the FAFSA (Oct. 1)
FEBRUARY
• Register for Orientation
MARCH 1
• Foundation Scholarship application deadline
• Last day for students to be admitted to be considered for merit
• Housing priority deadline
• Deadline for Maroon Madness and Alumni scholarships
JUNE 1
• Deadline to accept your scholarship in myEKU
JUNE 30
• Deadline for EKU to have received high school transcripts and ACT scores for merit upgrades
JULY 1
• Rising seniors can apply to be an EKU Colonel for free! Application open July 1
ADMISSIONS DATES FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS
NOVEMBER 15
• Deadline for transfer admission for Spring
NOVEMBER 22
• Deadline to accept transfer admission for Spring
APRIL 15
• Deadline for transfer admission for Summer Session
JUNE 15
• Deadline for transfer admission for Fall
JUNE 22
• Deadline to accept transfer admission for Fall
• Deadline for transfers to accept Out of State Discount for Fall
