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About Eastern Oregon University

open access admissionssmall masters universityeducation and business focussmall class sizes

Eastern Oregon University is a public university in La Grande, OR, known for its open access admissions, small masters university, and education and business focus. With an acceptance rate of 99%, Eastern Oregon University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 252 students each year. Eastern Oregon University is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Eastern Oregon University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,486 per year; the sticker price of $37,359 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Eastern Oregon University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

99%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Eastern Oregon University

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Application Strategy
Eastern Oregon University admits nearly all applicants, so your energy is better spent on securing financial aid and scholarships than polishing a lengthy application. Make sure your FAFSA is submitted as early as possible to access EOU's institutional aid.
Test Score Strategy
Since EOU is test optional and essays carry little weight in decisions here, do not feel pressured to submit scores that are below average. Focus instead on your GPA and any dual enrollment or running start coursework you have completed.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Eastern Oregon University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$12.6k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$11.2k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$14.2k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$22.6k
110k+~$37k/yr$21.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

37%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,016
Undergrad Enrollment
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