HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR GUIDE
EASTERN KENTUCKY
A DAY JUST FOR YOU
Plan your visit to Eastern Kentucky University. We'll have sessions for you and your parents and show you around campus. See how you'll fit in at EKU.
CONVENIENT
EKU is right in the middle of Kentucky. Cincinnati and Louisville are an hour-and-ahalf away and Lexington is just 20 minutes north of campus.
SCHOLARSHIPS CHANGE THE GAME
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
award nearly $1.7 million in scholarships to more than 2,000 students, based on varying criteria
OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS
If you don’t have a stellar GPA, don’t worry. You’re sure to find a match with plenty of other scholarship opportunities. Some may involve applications and different deadlines— check to see what you qualify for so you don’t miss your chance.
Here are a few to check out:
ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP for students whose parents, stepparents or grandparents went to EKU
EKU BOOKSMART FREE BOOKS! Every student receives the EKU BookSmart scholarship, with estimated savings of $1,250/year!
MAROON MADNESS for on-campus, first-time freshmen
hello.eku.edu/scholarships
CHANGER
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
EKU HAS YOUR BACK
College can feel overwhelming—we get it. That’s why EKU provides a ton of resources to help you succeed.
COUNSELING CENTER
A mental health counselor can help you understand and work through the changes you'll experience as a college student. From tips to managing stress, to having a safe space to talk with someone, EKU’s Counseling Center is there for you.
GUARANTEED ADMISSION
You’re guaranteed admission to EKU if your unweighted HS GPA is 2.00 or higher.
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
Healthcare and psychiatric services are available on campus for students. With psychiatric nurse practitioners on staff, students can get quick help with mental health needs.
OFFICE OF ADVISING AND CAREER SERVICES
If you’re not sure what you want to do after college, the Office of Advising and Career Services (OACS) has you covered. Get help determining which major is right for you. OACS will also help you land your dream internship or career.
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CHALLENGE YOURSELF
EKU Honors helps you excel with innovative educational experiences and a $1,500 annual scholarship, renewable for four years. Apply for EKU Honors in the fall of your senior year through the separate honors application.
*subject to review of eligibility *
hello.eku.edu/honors
SEE THE WORLD
At EKU, you’ll have access to a variety of study-abroad locations around the world. Broaden your horizons, experience new cultures and immerse yourself in a learning experience like no other.
hello.eku.edu/studyabroad
MAJOR OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT
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EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES
Whether you already know what you want to major in, or you’re still unsure of what you want to do, don’t worry—you'll have the support to find something right for you at EKU.
Check out some of the top majors that EKU students choose:
• Nursing
• General Business
• Art
• Biology
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Health Care Administration
• Psychology
• Engineering Tech Management
• Criminal Justice
• Animal and Vet Sciences
• Computer Science
• Accounting
• Exercise and Sport Science
• Aviation AND MORE!
YOUR COLLEGE TO-DO LIST
RIGHT NOW
• Keep your grades up
• Research scholarships
• Find your EKU admissions counselor and schedule an appointment at: hello.eku.edu/findyourcounselor
• Schedule your visit to EKU at hello.eku.edu/visit
Follow EKU Admissions on social media @EKUAdmissions
ZeeMee: Eastern Kentucky University
Snapchat: @EKUStories
IN THE SPRING
• Take the ACT and/or SAT. While not required for admissions, test scores help determine what classes you'll take and can also open up additional scholarship opportunities. Leave yourself some time to take it again if needed.
• Send EKU your test scores. School code: 1512 – ACT 1200 – SAT
