Eastern Oregon University — acceptance rate 99%, tuition $8,618 in-state, $22,289 out-of-stateEastern Oregon University campus, La Grande, OR. Photo: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives, Attribution via Wikimedia Commons.
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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 (C+)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 37%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
C+
56/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
F
23/100
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
2,798
Total Enrollment
37%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
$17,219
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Eastern Oregon University ▼
14%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Eastern Oregon University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$50,112
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,034
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,500
Median debt at graduation
43%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
34.8%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 30th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). 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 Eastern Oregon 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.
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 Eastern Oregon University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $333,073
Avg rent near campus: $1,287/mo — vs ~$726/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97850 (3.0% cap, La Grande)
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🏆 Where Eastern Oregon University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~395 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person31%
Hybrid (Some Online)16%
Fully Online53%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)53%
25-64 (Adult)38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Eastern Oregon University?
Eastern Oregon University has an acceptance rate of 99%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Eastern Oregon University?
Tuition at Eastern Oregon University is
$8,618 for in-state students
and $22,289 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,219.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern Oregon University?
The graduation rate at Eastern Oregon University is 37%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Eastern Oregon University a good school?
Eastern Oregon University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): 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 Eastern Oregon University?
Eastern Oregon University has a total enrollment of 2,798 students.
Is there rental demand near Eastern Oregon University?
Yes! Approximately 14% of students at Eastern Oregon University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 395 students who need rental housing near campus.
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