About East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Founded in 1893, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania. is a Public college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 6,151 full time undergraduate students, and 671 full time graduate students.

The East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 21:1. There are 276 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate83%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range840-1040
ACT Range19-24

Admissions at ESU are considered Less Selective, with ,25% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 20 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

58% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 24% were in the top quarter, and 8% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania.

12%
“We”re apathetic”
18%
“We know about current events and vote”
61%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
9%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
12%
“We save it for the classroom”
32%
“Sometimes, but not often”
41%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
15%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
12%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
35%
“I feel extremely safe”
12%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
30%
“We bought the gear”
58%
“We live for the big game”
15%
“It”s not really our thing”
12%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
62%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
12%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
71%
“They keep regular office hours”
18%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
26%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
53%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
15%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
9%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
21%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
32%
“We only party on weekends”
38%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
15%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
24%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
12%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
12%
“We”re apathetic”
18%
“We know about current events and vote”
61%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
9%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
12%
“We save it for the classroom”
32%
“Sometimes, but not often”
41%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
15%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
12%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
35%
“I feel extremely safe”
12%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
30%
“We bought the gear”
58%
“We live for the big game”
15%
“It”s not really our thing”
12%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
62%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
12%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
71%
“They keep regular office hours”
18%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
26%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
53%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
15%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
9%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
21%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
32%
“We only party on weekends”
38%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
15%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
24%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
12%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    79 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    64 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    84 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    86 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    86 Students rated class size 4 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    86 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    85 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    84 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

45 Students rated East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Jenna - 07/03/2024

In my opinion I feel as though East Stroudsburg University is an amazing institution to attend. Others may not think the same as I do but i can attest to the fact that there is no where else that I feel as comfortable than here. The professors are welcoming and the community built with the students are also amazing!

Kalista - 01/28/2024

For the cost of the University, it’s great! Many professors are there to encourage learning and help you if you need it. There’s great local businesses surrounding campus and shopping can be done in walking distance. The location is convenient, but residential parking for the most part is awful. Most of the parking outside the dorm buildings are reserved for commuters and if Kemp Library is full, then have fun walking further. Besides that, campus life is diverse and there are plenty of fun events such as Drag Bingo. There’s usually plenty of parties if you’re into that as well. Solid 4/5!

Chaniya - 11/01/2023

My opinion on East Stroudsburg University is that it's a very good school where you actually learn something. Everybody here is friendly and very welcoming, there are a lot of programs you can join and a lot of opportunities here. The housing is pretty good nothing to complain about.

Alina - 02/12/2021

East Stroudsburg is a surprisingly nice university, many opportunities await you and literally the only think stopping you is yourself. Everyone her is friends and many offer their service in order to help you strive closer to your goal. If you love sports, art, science or math and language then you would definitely enjoy this school.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is 83%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I was to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior there is so much that I would say to prepare myself for the college life. The first thing i would tell myself is to get into good study habits because when you don't have good study habits once college starts it will be very hard to keep up. The second thing i would tell myself is to become more organized. College is more stressful than you would think when your a high school senior. When your organized it helps you focus more, get assignments done on time, and helps to keep a balance between the academic and social life. The last thing I would tell myself is to make sure I set my goals, and not let anything get in the way of achieveing it. When most people start college they get carried away and let unimportant things take over their academics, but if you have a set goal in your mind and know what you want you will definetly succeed. I would tell myself that being successful and achieving my goals is my main priority.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are friendly, engagine, and are always willing to lend a hand.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my college is that they have extreme helpful professors and tutors if you don't understand the materials taught in a lesson. They are also very kind and patient with whomever goes to them, and even encourage students constantly that they can help and their office hours.

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  5. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    The education program.

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  6. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    The amount of volunteer opportunities. I would have liked to be prepared more.

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  7. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing about East Stroudsburg University is the food servers. Some of those people working are just miserable all the time. It would be easy to avoid them if it were the bookstore workers or Recreation center workers but it's the food servers. We have to come in contact with them every day and sometimes they are just downright rude.

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  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The kind of person that should attend this school is someone who isn't used to the city life, and likes a slow paced enviroment. I moved out to East Stroudsburg from New York City and it is a complete 360. A person that is more laid back and likes to do activities such as snow boarding, and likes nature should definetly attend this school. They would love it.

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  9. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Some of the people who are in the administration. They never really know what is going on. When you try and explain a situation to them they just stand there and look at you like you are not speaking English. They also tend to work at a very relaxed pace which means that somtimes it takes longer to get things done than it should. It is most of the time very frustrating when I have to deal with them.

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  10. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    My school is not too big, not too small; not too boring, but not too overwhelming; not too challenging, but not too easy. It's perfect for me.

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  11. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person who is very academically competitive would not do well at East Stroudsburg because professors and instructors are interested in each student's personal gains, as opposed to the whole community's standing.

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  12. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I haven't been there long enough to brag.

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The Biology program with a concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy is great for my future career goals. The knowledge the professors have provided me with will be useful when I enter grad school. The tutors that ESU provides allow me to better understand the material presented to me in class. With the help of the instructors and the tutors I have been able to master the concepts presented to me. Another added bonus of attending ESU is that it is financially cheaper than other schools in the area by being close to home.

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Student Body

Students

57%

female

43%

male

6,151

Total Undergrad Enrollment

671

Total Grad Students

25%

Out-Of-State

74%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

100

Student Organizations

4

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

29%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
16%
% Hispanic/Latino
11%
% White or Caucasian
64%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

87% of students attending East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania receive some sort of financial aid. 40% were awarded federal grants. While 79% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$21,036

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,298

Books and Supplies

$8,390

Room and Board

30,724

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$14,491
$30 - $48K
$15,733
$48 - $75K
$18,959
$75 - $110K
$21,835
$110K & UP
$22,682

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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