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Your chances of getting into Eastern Oregon University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

98.5%
Admission Difficulty for Eastern Oregon University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at EOU is 98.5%.  Its admission rate is the 22nd lowest in Oregon.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into EOU and can you get accepted?

Eastern Oregon University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,000 out of the 1,015 who applied were admitted.

Eastern Oregon University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into EOU?

99% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Eastern Oregon University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.54 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

EOU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.54

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Eastern Oregon University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into EOU are to have around a 3.54 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.54 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as EOU accepts 99% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at EOU is 3.54 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #10 in Oregon for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since EOU is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Eastern Oregon University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 13.31% Good
3.75 to 3.99 26.62% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.63% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.49% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.93% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.89% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.76% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.38% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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EOU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Eastern Oregon University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

61%
SAT Scores for Eastern Oregon University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Eastern Oregon University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

EOU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

27%
ACT Scores for Eastern Oregon University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Eastern Oregon University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

79% of Eastern Oregon University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 46% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Eastern Oregon University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 18%
Top 25% of class 46%
Top 50% of class 79%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Eastern Oregon University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 618 383 1,015
Accepted 608 378 1,000
Acceptance Rate 98% 99% 99%
Enrolled 141 108 252
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 29% 25%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Sep 10, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2025 has passed. Applications were due on Sep 10, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Eastern Oregon University is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Eastern Oregon University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Eastern Oregon University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Eastern Oregon University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Eastern Oregon University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=208646 IPEDS survey data for Eastern Oregon University.

Last updated February 24, 2024