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Emporia State University

Public Emporia, KS · Town · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
55%
Graduation Rate
$47,601
Earnings (10yr)
$16,261
Net Price
98%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Emporia State University has an acceptance rate of 98%, making it accessible for a wide range of students. This high rate indicates that the university is open to admitting most applicants, which can be appealing for those looking for a welcoming environment to pursue higher education.

The earnings data shows that graduates from Emporia State University earn an average of $47,601 ten years after graduation. While the graduation rate sits at 55%, the economic mobility for students is not clearly defined. This suggests that while many students do graduate, understanding the long-term outcomes for all demographics within the student body requires further exploration.

Attending Emporia State University costs an average net price of $16,261, with a median student debt of $19,500 upon graduation. Students who thrive here often pursue degrees in Education, Business, Health Professions, Humanities, or Psychology. This diversity in programs reflects the university’s commitment to serving a range of academic interests and career paths.

Rankings

How Emporia Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation55%Earnings 10yr$48KNet Price$16KRetention77%Median Debt$20KPell Grant Rate34%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$11K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$20K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%573.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1276.7%MOBILITY73.19%

Cost & Financial Aid

$7,106
In-State Tuition
$15,419
Out-of-State
$16,261
Avg Net Price
$19,500
Median Debt
34%
Pell Grant Rate
59%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$11,452
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,905
Family Income $30K–$48K
$14,229
Family Income $48K–$75K
$19,531
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$41,389
6 Years After Entry
$44,930
8 Years
$47,601
10 Years
0.41x
Debt-to-Earnings
62%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$41,389 6yr $44,930 8yr $47,601 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

73.19%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1276.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
573.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$80,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.58
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 98%
Retention Rate 77%
SAT Average 1120
ACT Range 18–24
Full-Time Faculty 91%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,918
Diversity Index 0.51
First-Gen Students 34%

Top Programs

Education 28%
Business & Marketing 21%
Health Professions 12%
Humanities 6%
Psychology 5%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%