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Eastern University

Saint Davids, Pennsylvania
  • Private
    4 year
  • 1,752
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:10
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 10%
    Transfer Student Ratio
  • $23.6K
    Avg. Financial Aid
Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rooted in our core values of faith, reason and justice, we offer over 160 inspiring undergraduate, graduate, and seminary programs. Our graduates are difference-makers in a wide variety of professions. Our main campus in St. Davids, PA has been repeatedly recognized among the most beautiful Christian college campuses. Eastern has an interdenominational Christian student body and provides a wide array of opportunities for students to grow in faith and serve their communities. At Eastern, your professors will know you by name and encourage you to use your gifts to make a meaningful impact on the world.
Over 4,500 courses transfer into Eastern University
statue of bird with outstretched wings on campus
aerial view of campus buildings and sports field
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Overview

Founded 1925
Total Faculty 398
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,328
Part-Time Undergraduate 424
Application Acceptance Rate 67%
Transfer Students 271
Programs 59 Programs
Courses 2,188 Courses
Equivalencies 4,910 incoming Equivalencies
1,999 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $34,136
Out-of-State Tuition $34,136
Books and Supplies $1,352
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid 79%
Federal Loans: Average amount received $7,144
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid 93%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received $16,473
  • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
    Eastern offers academic merit aid awards for transfer students for up to $17,000, as well as additional opportunities for Phi Theta Kappa members. These awards are among the many others that are available to all Eastern students.

Information for Transfer In Students

  • Accepts Transfers:
    Yes
  • Transfer Applications Received:
    466
  • Transfer Applications Accepted:
    196
  • Percentage Accepted:
    42%
  • Transfer Applicants Enrolled:
    57
  • Degree Completion Programs:
    Eastern offers over 95 areas of study including bachelor's degrees, minors, and pre-professional options.
  • Technical/Vocation Credit Accepted:
    Students might be eligible for up to 30 professional elective credits pending accreditation of program.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

All Terms Rolling Admissions

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    2.0
  • Official Transcripts:
    Transfer applicants will need to submit official transcripts from all colleges they have attended to be considered for admission.
  • SAT Scores:
    Transfer students are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores.
  • Letters of Recommendation:
    Transfer students are not required to submit letters of recommendation.
  • Essay:
    Transfer students are not required to submit an essay.
  • Application Fee:
    Free
  • Interview:
    Transfer students are not required to participate in an interview.
  • Associates Degree Required:
    An associates degree is NOT required to gain admission to Eastern as a transfer applicant.
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Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum Grade:
    Students must receive a "C" (2.0 on 4 point scale) or higher to receive credit. Additionally, the course must be 100 level or higher and taken at an accredited institution.
  • Credits (Min/Max):
    Transfer credits are limited to 89 undergraduate credits, as the last 32 credits must be Eastern University credits to satisfy graduation requirements.

Virtual Tour

Eastern University has been ranked as high as the 3rd most scenic Christian College in America and 5th most scenic Christian College in the world.

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Eastern University

Address:
1300 Eagle Rd
Saint Davids, Pennsylvania 19087-3696
United States
Main Phone:
(610) 341-5800
Find us on:
Delivery Method:
Eastern courses are taken on ground, online, and in a blended format.

Contacts

Transfer Admission Contact:
Hope Garrett
Nursing Liason, Admissions
610-341-1723
donotreply@academyone.com
Transfer Admission Contact:
Melissa Walters
Admissions Counselor, Undergraduate Admissions
610-341-5970
donotreply@academyone.com
Associate Director of Admissions:
Ben Krentzman
Associate Director of Admissions, Undergraduate Admissions
610-341-5849
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Branch Campuses/Additional Locations

Esperanza College
4261 N. 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
215-324-0746
https://esperanza.eastern.edu/
City Avenue
1 Winding Dr Monroe Building, Suite 200
Philadelphia, PA 19131
1-800-452-0996
https://www.eastern.edu/about/campus-sites/city-avenue-philadelphia-location
Center City
1601 Market St. Suite 210
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-557-0090
https://www.eastern.edu/about/campus-sites/center-city-philadelphia-location
Harrisburg
4201 Crums Mill Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
717-565-1950
https://www.eastern.edu/about/campus-sites/harrisburg-pennsylvania-location
Palmer Theological Seminary
1300 Eagle Road
St. Davids, PA 19087
610-341-5800
https://www.palmerseminary.edu/
Last updated on 5/23/2022 by AcademyOne.