East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18301-2999
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a public institution in East Stroudsburg with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1078, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.6K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,148 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,089.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History What today is East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania was founded in 1893 as a private preparatory school for teachers and then known as the East Stroudsburg Normal School.
- •Ownership was transferred to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1920, and the name was changed to East Stroudsburg State Normal School.
- •In 1960, additional curricula were added and the school's name then became East Stroudsburg State College.
- •The State System of Higher Education was authorized by Senate Bill 506 to assume its current name in 1983.
- •^ "About ESU", East Stroudsburg University, accessed December 10, 2010.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1078
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
42.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-1.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,750
Programs (89)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
71%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
30
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from PA state average
Climate (School Year)
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