Eastern Oregon University
Eastern Oregon University

Eastern Oregon University

La Grande, OR, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

With a campus nestled in the Blue Mountain range, Eastern Oregon University is a 4-year public institution in northeast Oregon. Eastern Oregon is home to four colleges and schools conferring undergraduate degrees in over 25 academic majors. For sports fans, EOU fields 13 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Mountaineers. To provide a break from the rigors of college life, the EOU campus is located near mountain biking trails, ski resorts, and rock climbing sites.

Acceptance Rate:
99%
Average Net Price:
$15,436
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
19
Average SAT Composite
1040

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$15,436
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$10,709
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$24,380
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$11,658
Books and Supplies
$1275
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$10,940
$30k - $48k
$12,716
$48k - $75k
$13,650
$75k - $110k
$18,191
$110k+
$19,626
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
59%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,718
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,863
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,584

 

Students receiving state aid
32%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3208
Students receiving federal aid
66%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,863
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$7,677,245
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$4,217,245

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
35%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,410
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$191
Students receiving federal loans
35%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,873
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,558

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
99%
Acceptance Rate
1015
Students Applied
100%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
259
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is not checked
No
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.February 1
Fall Regular DecisionSeptember 10
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
67%
Out-Of-State Students
34%
21%
Submitting ACT
66%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1040
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
460
75th
560
Reading
25th
470
75th
585
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
17
Top 25%
41
Top 50%
81
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
45
$30k - $48k
14
$48k - $75k
26
$75k - $110k
24
$110k+
24

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-452-8639
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
2,674
Total Number of Undergrads
2,415
0
100
9%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
28%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Quarter

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
66%
20-39 Students
29%
40-99 Students
3%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
38

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Native American
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
41%
59%
Residency
In-State Students
67%
Out-Of-State Students
34%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
African American
2%
Asian/Pacific Islander
4%
Hispanic
14%
Native American
1%
White
69%
Multiracial
4%
Unknown
4%
Percent of First Generation Students
46%
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
Item is checked
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
15%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
15%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Mountaineers
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Frontier Conference
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Club
1

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is not checked
No
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is not checked
No

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$44,100
Top 5 Employers
Government agencies
school districts
small/large businesses
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,000
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$191
Through one short year, I feel as though I have learned to think in a different light.
Ashli from Nampa, ID
Eastern Oregon University is an amazing college full of opportunities. The campus is small enough that the teachers can give you the help you need, when you need it. It is up to you to go to your classes, and do well in school. College gives you the chance to learn a lot about yourself, and your views on life, and how important learning can be.
Harmony from Wasilla, AK
The instant my feet touched the EOU campus, I felt like I was at home. The size of the campus is just right, and so is the estimated size of the student body population. I know, that EOU is the right college choice for me.
Jasmine from Portland, OR
This is a mainly Education - based school; If you want to be a elementary, middle, or high school educator, this is the school for you. Since the classes are so geared towards teaching, it makes it difficult for a student that wants another kind of career to thrive in it. However, this school really is what you make of it and for the money that I paid (See Bang for the Buck) it is an excellent springboard for a student who wants to be more prepared before going to another more expensive college.
Samantha from Baker City, OR
I am currently a sophomore here at Eastern Oregon University and during my time here at E.O.U. I feel as if I have learned a lot. All of my classes have been challenging, educational, and fun all at the same time. As well, all of the classes are rather small, usually between 15 and 25 students, and the professors get to know you on a personal level.
Rheanna from Prineville, OR
eastern oregon is a wonderful school with a lot of beneficial programs. every person you come in contact with is very nice and helpful. it is nice to be near the mountains, where it is close to skiing, snowboarding, or the lake.
Emily from La Grande, OR
I have learned so much in this past term, and I'm getting way better grades than I ever thought I would get in college! I also went from struggling at the beginning of term, to succeeding as one of the highest students on my finals. I'm really proud of myself.
Mallory from Walla Walla, WA
Eastern is a great school for anyone interested in a quality education. All of the professors are here for you and they want you to succeed.
Michael from Fernley, NV
The staff here at EOU is very helpful and friendly. Classes are small and the environment is perfect for learning. Overall, coming here has been the best decision i have ever made.
Marco from La Grande, OR
EOU is hands down one of the best colleges around. EOU's staff is amazing and always there to lend a helping hand. I love Eastern Oregon University and have had nothing but great experiences with the University.
TyAna from Coos Bay, OR