D
Below Average
Score: 38/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
12/100 · earnings-weighted

East-West University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Chicago, Illinois 60605
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 23%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
D
37/100
Resources
D
35/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

528
Total Enrollment
23%
Graduation Rate
37%
Retention Rate
29.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at East-West University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$29,963
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$21,236
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,986
Median debt at graduation
15.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 90% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 1st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at East-West University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$32,287$48,943-28%#1106 of 1176#1142—
Behavioral Sciences$37,135—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The East-West University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $346,917
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,735/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60602 (6.8% cap, Chicago)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $24,750 $24,750

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
78%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

528
Total Students
47%
Women
86%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 2%
Hispanic 32%
Black 35%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 26%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 86%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at East-West University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend East-West University?
Tuition at East-West University is $24,750 for in-state students and $24,750 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at East-West University?
The graduation rate at East-West University is 23%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is East-West University a good school?
East-West University has a Repit College Score of 38/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend East-West University?
East-West University has a total enrollment of 528 students. Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology