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Eastern University
Saint Davids, Pennsylvania · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 1300 Eagle Rd, Saint Davids, PA 19087 · Phone: (610) 341-5800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern University is a private non-profit school in Saint Davids, PA offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Eastern University carry a median debt of $25,000 and earn a median of $51,655 ten years after entry; this campus's completion rate versus the state average of 66.2% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Eastern University; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 41.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Eastern University is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Davids, Pennsylvania, a large suburb setting. The school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, and it participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants. Among its offerings, the campus awards medical assistant programs, with 7 completers reported in that field.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 66.2%, though this specific campus's completion rate and how it compares to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $25,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,655. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 41.9% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment among the university's 2,404 undergraduates.
Given the small number of trade completers (7) within a larger university enrollment, this campus's medical assistant program may suit students already engaged with Eastern University's broader academic offerings rather than someone seeking a dedicated, short-term vocational track. Programs lengths for this specific trade track are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm timelines directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, prospective students can check the accreditors listed above and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastern University's federal trade data lists medical assistant programs, with 7 completers reported in that field.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Eastern University is accredited, with recognition from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 66.2%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $25,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,655.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (610) 341-5800 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Eastern University is a private non-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing structures and mission focus compared to for-profit or public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length for the medical assistant program is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should confirm timelines directly with the school.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the accreditors listed above and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this institution at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastern University at (610) 341-5800 or through its website at https://www.eastern.edu/about/student-consumer-information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side figures.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.