About Emporia State University

Founded in 1863, Emporia State University. is a Public college. Located in Kansas, which is a city setting in Kansas, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 3,702 full time undergraduate students, and 2,185 full time graduate students.

The Emporia State University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 18:1. There are 252 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Emporia State University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate87%
Application Deadline
Application Fee30
SAT Range910-1030
ACT Range19-25

Admissions at ESU are considered Less Selective, with ,40% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 39 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

70% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 37% were in the top quarter, and 13% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Emporia State University.

6%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
64%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
6%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
25%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
14%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
8%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
69%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
42%
“We bought the gear”
47%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
64%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
25%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
54%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
11%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
83%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
6%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
3%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
36%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
28%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
14%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
14%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
6%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
6%
“We”re apathetic”
25%
“We know about current events and vote”
64%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
6%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
25%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
14%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
8%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
69%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
42%
“We bought the gear”
47%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
64%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
25%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
54%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
11%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
83%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
6%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
3%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
36%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
33%
“We only party on weekends”
28%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
14%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
14%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
6%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Emporia State University REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    96 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    74 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    100 Students rated campus food 2.9 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    108 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    108 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 64 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    106 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    107 Students rated local services 4.2 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    108 Students rated academics 4.6 stars. 65 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Emporia State University?

40 Students rated Emporia State University

Michelle - 09/29/2020

I grew up in Emporia and I didn't really think about the greatness of living in a college town until I applied for college. It very close to my parents which many college students need that as a requirement. Since I grew up here I already know the town. It is great!!!!

Haley - 05/13/2020

Emporia State is a great place to go to school. As a disabled student, they are very accommodating and small enough to get around. The environment is welcoming and there are lots of ways to get involved. I love the town and there is a lot of places to walk and eat. They also have amazing classes and teachers. I would highly recommend attending this school if you are looking for a community environment.

Guy - 04/29/2020

I honestly love the school so much, from the day I stepped on campus and went on my tour I already knew this was going to be my home. It not that small but it is small enough to where you can get to know a lot of people quickly and build different relationships around the town and such.

Chelsea - 03/10/2020

ESU is a friendly, hometown college that appeals to many diverse cultures. The campus is small and cozy, but not crowded. It is a public university with over 200 academic programs. The Teacher's College is nationally recognized and works closely with surrounding schools. The town is very supportive of Corky and their local Hornets!

Emporia State University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Emporia State University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Emporia State University is 87%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Young Lester, you have been adequately prepared for the challenge of college life. Stay focused on the task at hand and go to class. Your study habits are good but if you aren't in class to take proper notes or to ask questions, you will struggle with completing your degree in 4 years. Before you know it, you will have real responsibilities and the goal of finishing your degree will continue to be pushed back until you look up years down the line feeling like there is unfinished business. You value education so don't lose your focus. Don't lose sight of what you started out to do. Use your time wisely, go to class and be the student that you know you are.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I think the schools focus on being green or eco-friendly is really too low. It has no effect on the students being here.

    Read all  25 answers

  4. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    How great the teachers are. They really care about you and want to make sure that you are always on the right path. A lot of them will even give you thier numbers and tell you to call them anytime, for any reason. They are really their to help you with anything.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Emporia State Unverisity has an excellent learning environment and has a varity of opportunites.

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  6. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Emporia State University is best known for two things. The first is having one of the most successful teaching programs in the United States. The second best known thing about Emporia State is that it has the most affordable Business school in the nation.

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  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Actually it was an easy transition from high school into Emporia State. The people are really great which made it easy.

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  8. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Any student that is wanting big city life or big school should probably look at other schools than Emporia.

    Read all  21 answers

  9. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about Emporia State is that the faculty isnt very involved outside of the classroom and most of the funding only goes to the Education Degrees.

    Read all  19 answers

  10. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is the size and the people. ESU is not too big where you get lost in the crowd, but it's also not too little to where you come in contact with the same people all the time. Also the people I have met while attending this school have made a profound impact on my life. Never have I been allowed to connect with such a diverse group of people ithis strongly in such a short amount of time. Coming to this school gave me that opportunity.

    Read all  16 answers

  11. Describe the students at your school.

    I have yet to meet my classmates at this university. In my previous schools; I have thought of my classmates as intelligent and hardworking individuals.

    Read all  14 answers

  12. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone who wants to learn.

    Read all  13 answers

  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    It was a bit smaller than other schools I looked at, and not in a big city. However, it's 45 min-1 1/2 hours away from a lot of big cities. Also, it has a stronger teaching program than the other schools I considered.

    Read all  9 answers

Student Body

Students

62%

female

38%

male

3,702

Total Undergrad Enrollment

2,185

Total Grad Students

10%

Out-Of-State

86%

In-State

4%

International

Organizations

130

Student Organizations

6

Fraternities

5

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

14%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
7%
% White or Caucasian
69%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

95% of students attending Emporia State University receive some sort of financial aid. 36% were awarded federal grants. While 72% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$19,392

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,000

Books and Supplies

$8,392

Room and Board

28,784

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$10,660
$30 - $48K
$11,317
$48 - $75K
$13,980
$75 - $110K
$15,469
$110K & UP
$15,891

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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