C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

Eastern Washington University

4-Year Public

📍 Cheney, Washington 99004

🌐 www.ewu.edu/

Outcomes

C+

64/100

Affordability

C+

60/100

Resources

47/100

Experience

B+

79/100

Prestige

36/100

Quick Stats

10,741

Total Enrollment

47%

Graduation Rate

67%

Retention Rate

20.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

92%

Acceptance Rate

$13,786

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Eastern Washington University ▼

12% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,257 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$426,751

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,466

1-Year Change

+2.8%

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For parents & investors

The Eastern Washington University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $426,751
Avg rent near campus: $1,466/mo — vs ~$984/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 99004 (2.7% cap, Cheney)

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🏆 Where Eastern Washington University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Health/Medical Psychology

of 6 schools

#20

Child Development

of 62 schools

#24

Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

of 47 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$7,294	$24,833
Room	$8,854
Board	$6,026
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$27,898	$45,437

Financial Aid

97%

Receive Any Aid

43%

Receive Pell Grants

46%

Take Out Loans

$13,786

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$8,578
$30,001 - $48,000	$8,788
$48,001 - $75,000	$12,004
$75,001 - $110,000	$18,464
$110,001+	$20,564

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 333 grads/yr Education, General 277 grads/yr Public Health, General 171 grads/yr Social Work 166 grads/yr Accounting 161 grads/yr Psychology, General 145 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 113 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 112 grads/yr History, General 104 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 91 grads/yr Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 88 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 84 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 82 grads/yr Health/Medical Psychology 80 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 68 grads/yr Criminology 64 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 53 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 52 grads/yr Child Development 48 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 48 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Eastern Washington University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Compensation and benefits managers

$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Human resources managers

$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Training and development managers

$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Industrial production managers

$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Administrative services managers

$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

10,741

Total Students

60%

Women

75%

Traditional Age (18-24)

12%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 63%

Hispanic 16%

Black 5%

Asian 4%

Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 61%

Off-Campus (Renters) 12%

With Family 28%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,257 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%

Hybrid (Some Online) 32%

Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%

25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Eastern Washington University?

Eastern Washington University has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Eastern Washington University?

Tuition at Eastern Washington University is $7,294 for in-state students and $24,833 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,786.

What is the graduation rate at Eastern Washington University?

The graduation rate at Eastern Washington University is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Eastern Washington University a good school?

Eastern Washington University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (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 (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Eastern Washington University?

Eastern Washington University has a total enrollment of 10,741 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Eastern Washington University?

Yes! Approximately 12% of students at Eastern Washington University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,257 students who need rental housing near campus.

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