Eastern Mennonite University
About Eastern Mennonite University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Eastern Mennonite University is a private university in Harrisonburg, VA. It has a 99.5% acceptance rate and a 62.6% graduation rate, serving approximately 826 students.
Founded
1917
Location
Harrisonburg, Virginia
Students
1,117
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
100%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
67%
Near national average
Tuition
$43,920
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,588
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$54,869
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Eastern Mennonite University accepts the majority of applicants at 100%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
30/ 36
Average: 30 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
67% complete their degree within six years
Retention
76.1%
4-Year Grad
44%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
95.7%
$/Student
$12.7K
Class Size
Small
The 44% graduation rate is below average, but 76.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$43,920
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,170
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,756
After Financial Aid
$24,588
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,994
Receive Grants
32.7%
Take Loans
55.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $56,756/yr, including $13,170 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,588.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Eastern Mennonite University fund their education.
While in School
32.7%
Get Grants
Free money
55.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$62,190
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,813
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$263/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,813 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Eastern Mennonite University.
Gender
55.8%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
754
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
363
Graduates
31.9%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 31.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
754
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Eastern Mennonite University fields 11 varsity teams with 356 student athletes, about 47% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Old Dominion
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
356
47% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
189
Men
167
Women
7
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Eastern Mennonite Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,869
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Resources Management and Services
$60K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$47K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
21 grads
Psychology, General
—
14 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $55K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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