by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Eastern Kentucky University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Eastern Kentucky University stood at $10,320 annually. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $21,230. In-state students receive a meaningful discount here.
Of that total, required fees added up to $300 in-state and $300 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,020 | $20,930 |
| Fees | $300 | $300 |
| Total | $10,320 | $21,230 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What will Eastern Kentucky University charge part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
For perspective, here is how Eastern Kentucky University costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In KY | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Eastern Kentucky University sits close to the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Eastern Kentucky University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Here’s how tuition at Eastern Kentucky University has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $9,452 | $19,724 |
| Two Years Ago | $9,544 | $19,922 |
| One Year Ago | $9,830 | $20,520 |
| Most Recent Year | $10,020 | $20,930 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Eastern has changed across the reported years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition increased 2.0%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $21,654 next year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 1.91%, so a year from now in-state students could pay around $10,516. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 1.97%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $21,648.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,516 | $21,648 |
| In 2 Years | $10,716 | $22,074 |
| In 3 Years | $10,920 | $22,509 |
| In 4 Years | $11,128 | $22,952 |
| In 5 Years | $11,340 | $23,404 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $89,183, or about $43,280 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For details on financial aid availability at Eastern Kentucky University, visit the Eastern Kentucky University Financial Aid page.
