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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

#1241 in US ranking East Stroudsburg, PA
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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania award

Cost

Cost / year
$31,163
Tuition & fees
$11,486
Avg. aid
$8,442
Receiving aid
97%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
92%
SAT range
1000–1180
ACT range
22–23

Outcomes

Graduation rate
43%
Median salary
$43,840
1 yr after graduation

What does East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania offer in terms of athletics?

ESU's Warriors compete in NCAA Division II varsity athletics, principally in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). This is an important distinction from a general listing of sports activities: not every sport students play recreationally is an NCAA varsity team.

Varsity offerings include sports such as football, basketball, soccer, field hockey, baseball, softball, swimming, track and field, and wrestling. Students who do not join varsity teams can look into club sports, intramural competition and campus recreation, subject to what is offered in a given term. Participation rules, tryouts and recruiting differ by team. Prospective athletes should confirm a sport's current varsity status and contact its coaching staff about recruitment; athletic aid should never be assumed from the presence of a team.

What student groups and Associations are available at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

ESU offers student organizations spanning academic interests, professional preparation and recreation. Reported examples include the Student Nurses Association, Athletic Training Student Club, Investment Club, Generation One Club and Minecraft Club.

Students can also look for student government, performing arts, service and cultural groups through the university's current student-organization directory. A club's appearance in a past listing does not establish that it is meeting in the present semester, so meeting schedules and recognition status are worth checking. For students in career-focused majors, a professional club may offer peer contacts and events, while recreational groups provide a different way to meet people outside class.

Who studies at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

ESU enrolled 5,633 students in the reported institutional data. Most were from Pennsylvania: approximately 80% were state residents, while about 19% came from other U.S. states and 1% from other countries.

The student body includes first-time entrants, transfer students and people returning to education later in life. The reported incoming groups included 1,386 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 384 transfer-in students. Students ages 18-21 formed the largest age group, but enrollment also included students in their thirties, forties and beyond.

Reported race and ethnicity counts included 2,586 White students, 1,013 Hispanic or Latino students and 990 Black or African American students, alongside students in other reported categories. These figures describe enrollment; they do not, by themselves, establish what any student's social or classroom experience will be. ESU reported a student-to-faculty ratio of 16 to 1, which is an institution-wide measure rather than a promise about class size in a particular course.

How does student life look like at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

Student life at ESU combines a residential campus with a substantial commuting population. That mix affects everyday routines: a student living nearby may center their day on classes and work, while a resident may have more time for evening programming and campus activities.

The university offers orientation and student-support services, including a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling. Student media, theater and music provide ways to participate beyond coursework. Students planning a typical week should consider not just the events on offer, but when they occur relative to classes, commuting, employment and other commitments. Campus recreation and common gathering spaces offer additional ways to spend time between classes without joining a varsity team or formal club.

What libraries are available to students at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

Kemp Library is ESU's main campus library. It provides study space and access to research materials used across the university's programs, including online academic resources that can be particularly useful when an assignment requires sources beyond a course textbook.

Students can seek help finding, evaluating and citing material through library research services. Library collections and interlibrary loan can broaden access when an item is not immediately available on campus. Before planning a late-night study session or group meeting, students should check Kemp Library's current hours and space policies rather than assume that the building or a particular study area is open around the clock. Remote students should likewise check how to sign in to licensed databases from off campus.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

5633

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

1266

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

231 full time, 101 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 4,891
Graduate: 742

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 4,768
Part-time: 865

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 720
Men: 546

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 1,013
Black or African American: 990
White: 2,586
American Indian or Alaska Native: 6
Asian: 78
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 8
Two or more races: 228
Unknown: 99

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothMen

Cheerleading

–Both–

Cross-country running

BothBothBoth

Field hockey

WomenWomen–

Football

MenMenMen

Golf

WomenWomen–

Lacrosse

WomenBoth–

Rugby

–Both–

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

WomenBoth–

Swimming and diving

WomenWomenWomen

Tennis

WomenBoth–

Track and field

BothBothBoth

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenBoth–

Weight lifting

–Both–

Wrestling

BothBothMen

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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