Eastern Mennonite University

Eastern Mennonite University is a small four-year, highly residential school, located in a small city (Harrisonburg, Virginia). It is a private religious school (not-for-profit), located in the scenic East Coast area of the country. The school is owned and operated by Mennonite Education Agency.

Loren Swartzendruber is the President of the school. You can find more information about Eastern Mennonite University by visiting their website.

Eastern Mennonite University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) It is also recommend (but not required) that you supply your high school ranking. If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 75% were admitted. There are currently 1,494 students enrolled in the Eastern Mennonite University. The school is associated with the Mennonite Church church. This association may place additional restrictions on who can apply or on student behavior while attending the school.

Academic and career counseling services are available to students and, if it fits better with your needs, the school offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 683 students. On-campus housing costs average about $3,550 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (20 meals per week) for an additional $3,000. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $20,612. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $20,612. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,000. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $29,542 per year and $29,542 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Eastern Mennonite University
    1200 Park Rd
    Harrisonburg, VA  22802

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 1,494
    Website: http://www.emu.edu
    General Info: 540-432-4000
    Admissions: 540-432-4118
    Financial Aid: 540-432-4137

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