Student Body ↓

About

About Eastern Washington University

open access admissionsmasters programs focuseducation and business strengths

Eastern Washington University is a public university in Cheney, WA, known for its open access admissions, masters programs focus, and education and business strengths. With an acceptance rate of 96%, EWU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,368 students each year. EWU is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. EWU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,550 per year; the sticker price of $42,882 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Eastern Washington University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

96%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Eastern Washington University

The first 2 tips apply to all applicants. Your personalized strategy requires your profile — build your free list to unlock it.

Application Strategy
EWU uses an index-based admission process that weighs your GPA and test scores together, so a strong GPA can offset a lower test score. Make sure your transcript reflects an upward trend or consistent performance to clear their admission index with ease.
Application Strategy
EWU has distinctive programs like its occupational therapy, social work, and dental hygiene programs that are competitive even at this accessible school, so if you are targeting one of those fields, research the specific program requirements and mention your interest directly in your application.

Get a tailored strategy for Eastern Washington University. Build your free list to unlock personalized advice on submitting test scores and discover your actual admission odds based on your student profile.

Build My Free List →

Financial Aid & Cost

What Eastern Washington University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$43k/yr$9.5k
30k-48k~$43k/yr$10.2k
48k-75k~$43k/yr$12.3k
75k-110k~$43k/yr$17.6k
110k+~$43k/yr$22.3k

Not sure what Eastern Washington University would cost your family? Build your free SpearMatch list. We show estimated net cost for every college on your list based on your income bracket.

Unlock real pricing for Eastern Washington University and matching colleges →

Personalize this page

Compare your profile to Eastern Washington University's admitted class

SpearMatch builds a tiered college list from your actual grades, scores, and preferences — and shows where you stand at every college. Free, no account, 4 minutes.

Build My Free List →

✓ Free forever  ·  ✓ No account  ·  ✓ 1,300+ four-year US colleges

Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

47%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
7,712
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

60%White
20%Hispanic
7%Two or More Races
5%Black / African American
4%Unknown / Unreported
3%Asian
1%American Indian / AK Native
1%International
1%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender44% Men · 56% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status99% Citizens and Immigrants · 1% International
EWU, Cheney Acceptance Rate & Admissions | SpearMatch