Eastern Mennonite University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Harrisonburg, Virginia with 754 undergraduates. It admits 100% of applicants, costs an average of $24,731 a year after grants and graduates 60% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Eastern Mennonite University acceptance rate and admissions
Eastern Mennonite University admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Eastern Mennonite University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Eastern Mennonite University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Eastern Mennonite University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,650 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,440 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $58,346 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $24,731 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $24,731 a year after grants and scholarships, $33,615 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Eastern Mennonite University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Eastern Mennonite University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 60% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $58,912 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,124 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 41% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Eastern Mennonite University majors and what graduates earn
Eastern Mennonite University awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($81,610).
All 34 majors at Eastern Mennonite University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Eastern Mennonite University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 14 | $43,223 | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Peace and conflict studies | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Dispute Resolution | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 754 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Eastern Mennonite University?
Eastern Mennonite University admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Eastern Mennonite University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,650. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $24,731 a year in 2024-25.
Is Eastern Mennonite University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Eastern Mennonite University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern Mennonite University?
60% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Eastern Mennonite University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $58,912 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.