Welcome New Students!
We are so excited for you to join our Eastern Community. Our Admissions team and other Eastern offices are here to support you through every step as you prepare for the upcoming Fall semester.
We hope that you will join us at one of our upcoming events!
Before You Arrive at Eastern
1. Register for Classes
- Your Advisor will contact you through your Eastern email to begin the registration process. Email firstyear@eastern.edu with any questions!
2. Complete the Housing Application
- Complete your housing application to receive your housing assignment. Our Housing department will inform you of your assigned day to receive your application.
3. Fill out your Health Forms
- Submit your health forms to the EU Health Portal.
4. Set up your payment plan
- Contact student accounts to enroll in a payment plan
Topics to Explore
When registration begins, your advisor will contact you through your Eastern Email to begin the registration process. Your advisor will assist you in creating your schedule and registering for classes.
If you are interested in exploring the required materials for your courses, these items are featured on Eastern’s Bookstore website.
The Cushing Center for Counseling and Academic Support (CCAS) is dedicated to serving Eastern University students who need academic, psychological, or disability services.
Services are offered at no extra charge to students currently enrolled in degree programs, contingent on demand and staff availability. Services provided by CCAS include:
To learn more about our CCAS office or inquire about services, please visit the CCAS webpage or contact the office at ccas@eastern.edu or 610-341-5837.
The Financial Aid Office at Eastern University provides information and help regarding grants and scholarships, student loans, and financial aid for students. For any questions regarding financial aid, visit the Financial Aid Office webpage or reach out to finaid@eastern.edu or 610-225-5102.
The Office for Student Accounts manages student billing and payments at Eastern University.
Payment Plans
Eastern offers payment plans up to 5 months in advance of bills being due. You can enroll in a payment plan through our website, or by contacting the Student Accounts Office. We highly encourage you to learn more about the options available.
For questions regarding billing or payment plan options, visit the Student Accounts webpage or contact the Student Accounts Office at 310-225-5558 or student.accounts@eastern.edu.
Housing Application
Welcome home! Staying up-to-date on housing information will help ensure that you have a wonderful transition to residence life here at Eastern University. Regular communications will be sent to your Eastern Email, including instructions on the housing application process. All first-year students must fill out a housing form, including commuter students. Housing requests are prioritized by housing application submission date. Housing assignments will be sent out starting in June. Complete your housing application.
Themed Communities
All incoming first-year students are housed in our Themed Communities. Once you receive your housing assignment, we encourage you to connect with your roommate!
For questions regarding residence life visit our residence life webpage, or contact our housing office at housing@eastern.edu.
Diving into Student Life is an important part of the EU student experience! As a new student, you have the opportunity to join our 40+ student-led clubs and organizations.
New Student Orientation:
Visit our New Student Orientation page to find Orientation dates and information. Reach out to studev@eastern.edu with questions.
Dining Experience:
In addition to our main dining commons, Eastern also offers cafe-style options at Zime and delicious favorites at our Breezeway grill. For any questions about our dining services, visit the Dining Services webpage or reach out to sodexo@eastern.edu.
Office of Faith and Practice:
Eastern offers optional chapel services and a variety of student ministry opportunities throughout the week. For questions about our faith development at Eastern, visit The Office of Faith and Practice webpage or email ofp@eastern.edu.
Student Behavioral Expectations:
Students who live and study at Eastern University are expected to abide by the guidelines outlined in the Eastern University Student Handbook. Browse the handbook to learn more about student behavioral expectations.
About Our Safe Campus
At Eastern University, our goal is to provide a safe college experience for all of our students, faculty, and staff. Eastern’s Public Safety Department maintains an excellent working partnership with local safety services. Together, EU Public Safety and Radnor Township provide police, security, and safety services to Eastern’s campus community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Emergency alerts are an important way to stay safe! We strongly encourage all students and families to register for Eastern’s emergency alert system, e2Campus.
Student IDs
Your Student ID gives you access to important buildings on campus as a student. Complete the steps needed to receive your Student ID prior to arriving on campus. For detailed steps, visit the Service Stop webpage.
Parking Pass
First-year students are eligible to have their car on campus, space permitting. We recommend interested students fill out the application as soon as possible. Visit the Parking webpage to submit your application.
General Security Questions
For general questions regarding Public Safety procedures or operations, please reach out to security@eastern.edu. For questions regarding parking permits, Student ID, or related procedures, please reach out to servicestop@eastern.edu.
Our Health Center supports our students by providing robust health services through medical care, counseling, and education.
All incoming students are required to submit their Immunization Record, Medical History, and Insurance Card. We strongly urge students to upload these documents through the secure EU Health Portal before July 1st.
To reach our Health Center, please contact healthcenter@eastern.edu or 610-341-5955.
Please review these important webpages to ensure your academic success at Eastern:
We look forward to having you!
We can't wait to have you on campus this Fall! We are looking forward to the wonderful new chapter that is ahead of you.