Emporia State University (ESU) is a four-year, public school located in Emporia, KS. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The ESU's 2024 tuition & fees is $7,356 for Kansas residents and $15,669 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 86% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,983.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 5,324 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

ESU's acceptance rate is 97.99% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26.03%.

ESU ranked 11st in Kansas Colleges rankings. Emporia State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Emporia State University is $7,356 for in-state students and $15,669 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,199 for in-state students and $19,510 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,729 for Kansas residents and $16,458 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,918 for Kansas residents and $20,740 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,356$15,669
Graduate$9,199$19,510
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$7,729$16,458
Graduate$9,918$20,740

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »97.99% Acceptance Rate / 26.03% Yield
Graduation Rate »51%
Transfer-out Rate36%
Retention Rate72%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »5,324 (2,740 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$5,983

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Emporia State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at ESU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Emporia State University Directory Information

Address1 Kellogg Circle, Emporia, KS 66801-5415
Phone620-341-1200
WEBSchool's Website
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School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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