Top 5 Reasons Students Choose EU

1. Faith in Action

At Eastern, our faith in Christ is the motivating factor behind all that we do as a community. It motivates us to think bigger, grow stronger, love harder, and care deeper. We offer many opportunities for students to grow in faith. But it doesn’t stop there -- this faith is a faith with feet. We offer a variety of opportunities to partner with many campus ministries, service projects, and nonprofit organizations to see our faith put into action. 

2: Beautiful Campus, Perfect Location

Our gorgeous suburban campus has been repeatedly ranked one of the most beautiful Christian colleges in the nation. With direct access to the city of Philadelphia and all of the cheesesteak options you never knew you needed, Eastern provides you with the ideal combination of beautiful campus and perfect location.

3. Academic Excellence

With over 90 areas of study to choose from, you’re well on your way to choosing the path that’s right for you! Our 15:1 student to professor ratio allows our distinguished faculty to invest time and energy in equipping our students on both a personal and professional level.

4. Athletics

Our Eastern Eagles compete in 21 men’s and women’s NCAA DIII sports in the Middle Atlantic Conference. Whether you’re an athlete, a member of game-day staff, or a fan cheering on the hill, every student is a part of the Eastern Athletics experience. 

5. Tight-Knit Community

Eastern University is a community of difference-makers committed to living and learning together. We study, explore, question, worship, and seek change as a united force.