Eastern Washington University
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Check out why Eastern Washington University received an F grade in our Report Card below.
Eastern Washington University is a public university in Cheney, Washington with an undergraduate enrollment size of 8,439. The university is located in a rural setting about 20 minutes outside of Spokane, Washington. It has ten fraternities, nine sororities, and over 130 student organizations. Students at Eastern Washington University can enjoy shopping and restaurants in downtown Cheney, take a walk through Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, attend Division I sporting events within the university, or explore nearby Spokane. Their official mascot is Swoop. Members of the Eastern Washington University community are referred to as “Eagles.”
Eastern Washington University offers 68 undergraduate degrees and 32 graduate degrees. Notable former students include Image Comics President Todd McFarlane, baritone Thomas Hampson, and former NFL offensive tackle Michael Roos.
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Eastern Washington University receives a “C” grade by What Will They Learn? which takes into account the university’s educational prowess. Factors include composition, literature, foreign language, U.S. government or history, economics, mathematics, and natural science.
Eastern Washington University receives a “C” grade for the Average Salary of Recent Graduates. As of 2021, alumni with 0-5 years of experience after graduating from Eastern Washington University with a bachelor’s degree make $55,300 on average according to Payscale.
Eastern Washington University receives a “D+” grade for the Average Salary of Graduates Mid-Career. As of 2021, alumni with 10+ years of experience after graduating from Eastern Washington University with a bachelor’s degree make $90,200 on average according to Payscale.
Eastern Washington University receives a “B-” grade for the Percent of Graduates with Debt (Federal and Private). In 2020, 50% of graduates accumulated student debt from federal and/or private sources according to The Institute for College Access & Success.
Eastern Washington University receives a “B-” grade for the Average Debt of Graduates (Federal and Private). In 2020, graduates accumulated $23,301 of debt on average from federal and/or private sources according to The Institute for College Access & Success.
Eastern Washington University receives an “F” grade for Mandated Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity Training for Staff. The university requires all employees to complete a “DEI In The Workplace” training.
Eastern Washington University receives a “C” grade for having a Bias Reporting System but not a Bias Response Team. Bias Reporting Systems and Response Teams are systems or teams of faculty, staff, and sometimes law enforcement.
According to SpeechFirst, students are “encouraged to report ‘bias incidents’ to these boards (or teams) in the name of inclusion and tolerance, but it’s often unclear what the school considers ‘bias’ in the first place. Overly broad or vague definitions of bias put all kinds of speech at risk of being reported – even unpopular speech which is protected by the First Amendment.”
Eastern Washington University receives a “B-” grade for the Ratio of Right-Leaning Clubs to Left-Leaning Clubs. Out of a list of 20 clubs (10 from each side), the university has two right-leaning clubs compared to three left-leaning clubs. Turning Point USA and Students for Life are the two right-leaning clubs. Planned Parenthood Generation Action, Eagle Pride, and Scary Feminists are the three left-leaning clubs.
Eastern Washington University receives an “A” grade due to having an active Turning Point USA chapter. Unfortunately, universities and Student Governments around the country often use their power to prevent certain clubs from operating on campus.
Eastern Washington University receives a “D” grade for In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants. The university’s Tuition Information page has a section titled “In-State Tuition for Non-Citizens.” The university says,
“Non-citizen students who have lived in the state for at least one year may be eligible for in-state tuition at public institutions rather than being charged non-resident tuition.”
Undocumented students must meet these requirements:
- “Complete and obtain a high school diploma or have obtained the equivalent of a diploma; will file to become a permanent resident of the USA as soon as they are eligible”
- “Live in Washington continuously for at least a year before starting classes at EWU”
- “Sign an affidavit (a written promise) affirming eligibility and promising to become a permanent resident/citizen of the United States when the option becomes available”
Eastern Washington University receives a “D-” grade for the Amount of Foreign Funding Received. According to College Foreign Gift Reporting, the total amount of foreign funding the university has received is $7,588 per current undergraduate student. Oftentimes, foreign parties will convey their influence by funding certain courses, activities, professors, and organizations on campus. In certain cases, universities must abide by restrictions dictated by foreign parties to receive funding. In addition, there have been reports that claim that universities underreport foreign funding. The figure above only takes into account reported foreign funding.
Eastern Washington University receives an “F” grade for Required Equity, Diversity, or Inclusion Courses for Students. The university requires students to take courses within its Diversity general education category. Examples of courses listed in this category include, but are not limited to:
- “Witchcraft, Sorcery and Shamanism”
- “Anthropology of Gender”
- Social Change and Activism Through Media”
- “Gender and Communication”
Eastern Washington University receives a “B” grade for Segregated Dormitories, Graduations, and Classes. The university has one segregated convocation (Lavender Graduation).
The university has no segregated classes or dormitories.
Eastern Washington University receives an “A” grade for Protests and Canceling Speakers. Since 2021, no instances of protests, speech cancelations, or violence/attempted violence against speakers have occurred.
Eastern Washington University receives a “C” grade for Mask and Vaccine Mandates. According to the university’s website, “For the period of fall 2021 through May 19, 2023, all students and employees were required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they had an approved medical or religious waiver. As of May 19, 2023, COVID vaccines are no longer required except for certain academic programs.”
Eastern Washington University receives a “C” grade for the Percent of Students Graduating with STEM Degrees. According to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data Center (IPEDS), as of 2020, 7.38% of the current undergraduate student population graduate with a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) degree. Across the United States, students who graduate with STEM degrees tend to earn more on average than their other student counterparts.
Eastern Washington University receives a “B” grade for Crime Rates in University City or Town. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Cheney, Washington violent crime rate was 338.18 per 100,000 people in 2018, lower than the 2018 national average of 380.56 per 100,000 people. While campus safety is of utmost importance, it is also pertinent to consider the crime rates of the surrounding town or city as students often tend to venture off campus, especially after their freshman year.
Eastern Washington University receives a “C” grade for Required Western Civilization Courses for Students. The university has a few options within the Social Science category, such as “American History Since 1877.”