Eastern Kentucky University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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College Costs & Financial Aid
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Classes and Campus Life
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	16,567

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	14,396

Women	8,185	57%
Men	6,211	43%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	71	<1%
Asian	132	1%
African American / Black	825	6%
Hispanic	247	2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	21	<1%
White	12,517	87%
Two or More Races	301	2%
International	136	1%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	146	1%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do EKU undergraduates call home?

Kentucky	87%
Other US States & Territories	12%
Other Countries	1%
Residency Unknown	<1%

How old are EKU undergraduates?
Average Age	0
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	24%