East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

200 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Website: East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania School Description

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania will provide: * challenging and contemporary undergraduate and graduate curricula that engage and equip students to critically appraise and apply knowledge in their lives and chosen fields of study * a learning community that promotes diversity and views teaching as the university's primary focus * varied opportunities for student and faculty research, creative endeavors and involvement in public service * leadership and service in the educational, cultural and economic development of the region.

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a public university located in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. It is one of the 14 state universities that compose the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It is commonly referred to as ESU by its students and members of the community. The university began its existence in 1893 as a preparatory school for teachers called the East Stroudsburg Normal School. In 1960, additional curricula were added and the school, then called East Stroudsburg State Teachers College, became East Stroudsburg State College. It assumed its current name in 1983.

Location

East Stroudsburg University is situated in the borough of East Stroudsburg, located in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The university is 45 minutes southeast of the Scranton / Wilkes-Barre area and 40 minutes north of Allentown. The New Jersey border is only away and the campus is approx. from New York City and from Philadelphia. The neighboring town of Stroudsburg is the seat and cultural center of Monroe County. In Stroudsburg, students can enjoy leisurely trips such as shopping at the expansive one-story mall or attending one of the various night clubs or small shops on the Main Street. ESU is easily accessible from Interstate 80, US Route 209, and PA Route 33. Pocono Medical Center, the areas primary medical facility, is also located on the edge of the campus.

Campus

The 62 campus buildings are located on in the East Stroudsburg community. In addition to the academic facilities, 7 residence halls, housing 2,200 students, and a 1,000-seat dining hall are located on campus. The Quad is a popular area on the campus where students convene to hang out, sun-bathe and play sports during the summer, fall and spring months. In addition, The Student Activity Association, Inc., owns Stony Acres, a off-campus student recreation area near Marshalls Creek, that includes a lodge, several cabins, a campsite, recreation areas and a lake. The campus is patrolled by the East Stroudsburg University Police Department.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Mid-Atlantic
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Warriors

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
5,596
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 14,664
Students Receiving Aid:
76%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 35
Selectivity:
Selective
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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 58%
Men 42%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 87%
Other 5%
Hispanic 4%
African-American 3%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 70%
Out-of-State 30%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Pennsylvania 70%
New Jersey 22%
New York 5%
Connecticut 0%
Maryland 0%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 36%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
Basketball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
Track (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 6,809 $ 14,664  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 5,178 $ 12,944  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 1,631 $ 1,720  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,466 18%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 2,247 28%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 2,125 20%  
Student Loans:
$ 3,217 64%  
Any Aid:
  76%  

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 64% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 99%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 440, Math: 440
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 520, Math: 540

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 35.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

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Question: Could you tell me which college is better, academically?

Central Connecticut State East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Programs do not matter since I only plan on attending one year then transferring, but I want to attend the better of the two. I would(well my parents would really like) like to go to East S. because I live in PA and it would be much cheaper(about half the cost). I'm pretty sure I can get accepted into either..so which one would be better? Also, is East S. just a college town?
34 months ago

Best Answer

They're both of a similar caliber though it appears that Central Connecticut State uni is slightly more selective admission wise...but not enough to warrant going there if you're saving money. If its closer and you save money id choose ES especially if you plan on transferring in a yr.

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