Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Online | eastwest.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
East West University occupies a modern academic facility in Chicago's South Loop neighborhood, situated in the city's educational corridor near several other higher education institutions. Founded in 1980 as a private, non-profit institution, the university focuses on providing career-oriented undergraduate education to a diverse urban student population. The university offers programs primarily in business administration, computer science, and behavioral sciences, with emphasis on practical skills development and professional preparation. East West University operates as a commuter campus, serving predominantly local students from the Chicago metropolitan area, with its main building housing classrooms, computer labs, and student services in a single downtown location.
East West University is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $1,350 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $8,991 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,300 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,291 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 24% |
| General Studies | 15% |
| Biology | 12% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=144883 IPEDS survey data for East West University.
Current students may use the East West University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025