Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA
1,098
Students
31,315
Avg. Financial Aid
Moderate
Admission Difficulty
53%
Acceptance Rate
Small town
Setting
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Eastern Mennonite University is a Comprehensive institution located in Harrisonburg, VA, in a small town setting.
Location & Contact
Address
1200 Park Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
United States
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
United States
Contact
Matthew Ruth
Director of Admissions
Email: admiss@emu.edu
Phone: 540-432-4118
Fax: 540-432-4444
Director of Admissions
Email: admiss@emu.edu
Phone: 540-432-4118
Fax: 540-432-4444
Majors & Degrees
| Biological And Biomedical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
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| Biochemistry |
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| Biology/biological Sciences |
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| Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Accounting |
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| Business Administration And Management |
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| International Business/trade/commerce |
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| Organizational Behavior |
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| Communication, Journalism And Related Programs | Associate | Bachelors |
| Communication And Media Related |
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| Digital Communication And Media/multimedia |
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| Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services | Associate | Bachelors |
| Computer Science |
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| Education | Associate | Bachelors |
| Physical Education Teaching And Coaching |
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| Teacher Assistant/aide |
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| Engineering | Associate | Bachelors |
| Engineering |
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| English Language And Literature/Letters | Associate | Bachelors |
| English |
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| Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Spanish |
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| Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/medical Technology |
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| Registered Nursing/registered Nurse |
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| History | Associate | Bachelors |
| History |
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| Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities | Associate | Bachelors |
| General Studies |
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| Liberal Arts And Sciences/liberal Studies |
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| Mathematics And Statistics | Associate | Bachelors |
| Mathematics |
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| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Multi/interdisciplinary Studies Related |
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| Peace Studies And Conflict Resolution |
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| Natural Resources And Conservation | Associate | Bachelors |
| Environmental Studies |
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| Parks, Recreation, Leisure And Fitness Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Kinesiology And Exercise Science |
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| Sport And Fitness Administration/management |
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| Philosophy And Religious Studies | Associate | Bachelors |
| Philosophy And Religious Studies Related |
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| Physical Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Chemistry |
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| Psychology | Associate | Bachelors |
| Psychology |
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| Public Administration And Social Service Professions | Associate | Bachelors |
| Social Work |
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| Social Sciences | Associate | Bachelors |
| Economics |
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| Social Sciences |
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| Theology And Religious Vocations | Associate | Bachelors |
| Biblical Studies |
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| Pre-theology/pre-ministerial Studies |
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| Theology |
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| Visual And Performing Arts | Associate | Bachelors |
| Art |
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| Dramatic/theater Arts |
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| Music |
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| Photography |
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Admissions
Acceptance Rate
1,232
Applied
662
Accepted
1,098
Enrolled
Female Admissions
732
Females Applied
380
Females Accepted
52%
Male Admissions
500
Males Applied
282
Males Accepted
56%
Applying
25
Application Fee
3.5
Avg. high school GPA for freshman
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Required |
Transcript of high school record A minimum high school GPA of 2.2 Other requirements exist (see below) |
| Required for some programs |
2 recommendations |
| Recommended |
Interview |
| Other requirements: | Community Lifestyle Commitment |
Application Deadlines
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall freshmen | Not reported | Not reported | Yes |
| Other early decision plan | Not reported | Not reported | |
| Transfer | Not reported | Not reported | Yes |
Test Scores Accepted
| Test | Avg. Score Accepted | 25th Percentile
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75th Percentile
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|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 552 | 500 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 490 | 580 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 20 | 28 |
Tuition & Fees
Tuition
36,760
Fees
340
Full-time student fees
11,160
Room & board
Other Payment Considerations
| Guaranteed tuition plan offered | No |
|---|---|
| Tuition pre-payment plan | No |
| Tuition payment plans offered | Yes |
| Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuition |
Employees |
Financial Aid
31,315
Avg. Financial Aid Package
33,055
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
12,827
Avg. International Student Financial Aid Package
8,346
Avg. Loan Aid
15,317
Avg. Grant Aid
19,417
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
75%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
17%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
1,098
Total undergrad students
4%
International Students
34%
Out-of-state students
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 7.19% |
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| Black or African American | 9.29% |
| White or Caucasian | 69.22% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.46% |
| Asian | 2.37% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0.09% |
| Two or more races | 3.46% |
| Other | 3.83% |
Gender
Male (37.07%)
Female (62.93%)
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options |
Cooperative housing Co-ed housing Disabled housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 59% |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Drama/theatre group
Student-run radio station
Student-run television station
Marching band
Choral groups
Campus events:
Fall Festival, Multicultural Week and Spring Fling
Fall Festival, Multicultural Week and Spring Fling
Student Services
Legal services
Health clinic
Personal/psychological counseling
Women's center
International students advisor
Student Organizations
Greek fraternities
Greek sororities
Local fraternities
Local sororities
Most popular organizations:
Young People's Christian Association, Student Government Association, Student Education Association, Creation Care Council and Black Student Union
Young People's Christian Association, Student Government Association, Student Education Association, Creation Care Council and Black Student Union
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Student patrols
Late-night transport/escort services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
Other Campus Security & Safety:
night watchman
night watchman
Athletics
Men's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | No | Division 3 | No |
| Basketball | |
Division 3 | No |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 3 | No |
| Field Hockey | No | No | No |
| Football | |
No | No |
| Golf | |
Division 3 | No |
| Lacrosse | |
No | No |
| Rock Climbing | |
No | No |
| Soccer | |
Division 3 | No |
| Softball | |
No | No |
| Table Tennis | |
No | No |
| Tennis | |
No | No |
| Track And Field | No | Division 3 | No |
| Volleyball | |
Division 3 | No |
Women's Sports
| Sport | Intramural | Intercollegiate | Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | No | No | No |
| Basketball | |
Division 3 | No |
| Cross-country Running | No | Division 3 | No |
| Field Hockey | No | Division 3 | No |
| Football | |
No | No |
| Golf | |
Division 3 | No |
| Lacrosse | No | No | No |
| Rock Climbing | |
No | No |
| Soccer | |
Division 3 | No |
| Softball | |
Division 3 | No |
| Table Tennis | |
No | No |
| Tennis | |
No | No |
| Track And Field | No | Division 3 | No |
| Volleyball | |
Division 3 | No |
Faculty
190
Total Faculty
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-time - 114
Part-time - 76
Male - 79
Female - 111