Eastern Oregon University
Eastern Oregon University is a public research university in La Grande, Oregon, enrolling about 2,172 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 98.31% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,112 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,076
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,148 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.31% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,172 68.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 43.00%
Eastern Oregon University: what the data shows
Common questions about Eastern Oregon University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Eastern Oregon University?
Eastern Oregon University is located in La Grande, OR (ZIP 97850).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Eastern Oregon University public or private?
Eastern Oregon University is a Public institution.
How much does Eastern Oregon University cost?
Published tuition: $11,076 in-state, $25,431 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $17,148.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,563 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,150 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,208 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,566 |
| $110,001+ | $21,835 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $44,304.
How hard is it to get into Eastern Oregon University?
Admission rate: 98.31%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Eastern Oregon University?
Total enrollment: 2,172 students.
About 68% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern Oregon University?
150%-time completion rate: 43.00%.
First-year retention: 71.5%.
What do graduates of Eastern Oregon University earn?
Median earnings: $43,034 six years after entry; $50,112 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,500.
34.75% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Eastern Oregon University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (814 completions)
- CIP 520299 (88 completions)
- Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (76 completions)
- CIP 131299 (72 completions)
- General Psychology (60 completions)
- CIP 520301 (46 completions)
- CIP 430202 (44 completions)
- Culinary Arts and Related Services (41 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (40 completions)
- CIP 000300 (34 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Eastern Oregon University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.31%; completion rate 43.00%; median earnings $50,112 at 10 years; net price $17,148. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$11,076
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Eastern Oregon University was $11,076.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,148
2024 Value
In 2024 Eastern Oregon University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,148.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,592 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,148 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$44,304 4-Year In-State Tuition
$101,724 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Eastern Oregon University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.75% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
37.10% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Eastern Oregon University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Eastern Oregon University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,530 | $16,755 | $13,373 |
| 2014 | $7,440 | $17,509 | $15,551 |
| 2015 | $7,764 | $17,979 | $15,309 |
| 2016 | $8,004 | $18,645 | $14,607 |
| 2017 | $8,362 | $19,682 | $14,529 |
| 2018 | $8,679 | $20,739 | $15,205 |
| 2019 | $9,084 | $21,729 | $14,300 |
| 2020 | $9,405 | $22,509 | $14,436 |
| 2021 | $9,696 | $22,386 | $15,620 |
| 2022 | $10,041 | $23,226 | $14,532 |
| 2023 | $10,671 | $24,621 | $15,987 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.31% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
68.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Eastern Oregon University in 2024 is 2,172 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.33% 100% Completion Time
43.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.33% of students graduating from Eastern Oregon University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Eastern Oregon University.
Return on Investment
$20,500 Median Student Debt
$50,112 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
40.91% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
630.58% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Eastern Oregon University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0299: 88 completions
Parks, Recreation, & Leisure: 76 completions
CIP 13.1299: 72 completions
General Psychology: 60 completions
CIP 52.0301: 46 completions
CIP 43.0202: 44 completions
Culinary Arts and Related Services: 41 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 40 completions
CIP 00.0300: 34 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 814 completions
Most popular programs at Eastern Oregon University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Eastern Oregon University graduates.
About
Eastern Oregon University is a public institution located in La Grande, OR, offering 42 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,172 students. The admission rate is 98.31%. The institution maintains a 43.00% graduation rate. Approximately 34.75% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
La Grande, OR 97850
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Eastern Oregon University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Eastern Oregon University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $11,076 and average net price is $17,148 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Eastern Oregon University?
The admission rate is 98.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Eastern Oregon University earn?
Median earnings are $43,034 six years after entry and $50,112 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern Oregon University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 43.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Eastern Oregon University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,500.
How big is Eastern Oregon University?
Total enrollment is about 2,172 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Eastern Oregon University public or private?
Eastern Oregon University is a public institution located in La Grande, OR.
Is Eastern Oregon University an HBCU?
No. Eastern Oregon University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Eastern Oregon University a tribal college?
No. Eastern Oregon University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Eastern Oregon University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Eastern Oregon University does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.1%).
Is Eastern Oregon University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Eastern Oregon University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.