Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Harrisonburg, Virginia |
| Online | emu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Mennonite Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, Eastern Mennonite University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Mennonite Church faith. In the most recent statistical year 1,090 prospective students applied, and 1,038 were granted admission. Of those admitted 208 enrolled in the school. 907 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 435 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $39,620 plus fees of $370. EMU is ranked 211 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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EMU is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Eastern Mennonite University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#211 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#162 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Virginia
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Virginia
#113 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Virginia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1040/1590 |
| ACT | 25/34 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $370 |
| Room and Board | $11,900 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,610 |
| Total One Year Cost | $55,500 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 30% |
| Business | 22% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 5% |
| General Studies | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=232043 IPEDS survey data for Eastern Mennonite University.
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