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About East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

highly accessible admissionshealth sciences focusmasters level programseducation and nursing strengths

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a public university in East Stroudsburg, PA, known for its highly accessible admissions, health sciences focus, and masters level programs. With an acceptance rate of 94%, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,153 students each year. East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 940–1160, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $4,965 per year; the sticker price of $35,259 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

94%
Overall Accept Rate
1050
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 940 – 1160 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 19 – 24

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

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Application Strategy
With a 94% acceptance rate, ESU is very accessible, so focus your energy on submitting a complete, error-free application rather than stressing over any single component. Make sure your transcript reflects a full four years of coursework and that all required materials arrive before the posted deadline.
Test Score Strategy
Since ESU is test optional and your score is below the 75th percentile, you are better off not submitting it and letting your GPA, activities, and any personal statement carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$35k/yr$15.4k
30k-48k~$35k/yr$14.5k
48k-75k~$35k/yr$17.4k
75k-110k~$35k/yr$21.1k
110k+~$35k/yr$22.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

44%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,062
Undergrad Enrollment
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