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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Bloomsburg, PA · Public · Distant town · Website

Admission rate
93%
Open
Average net price
$17,468
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
54%
Median earnings
$56,416
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania is a public college in Bloomsburg, PA with 9,210 undergraduates. It admits 93% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,468 per year ($12,459 for families earning under $30,000). 54% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $56,416 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
93%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,733
Fall 2023
Admitted
7,327
Fall 2023
Yield
33%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing500–600
200800
SAT Math490–590
200800

What Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$26,335
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$11,610
Out-of-state tuition
$23,976

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$12,459
  • $30–48k$12,446
  • $48–75k$13,453
  • $75–110k$18,364
  • $110k+$22,472

Get a personal estimate with Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$56,416
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
9,210
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
Receive Pell grants
37%
  • White80%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black5%
  • Asian1%

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania FAQ

What is Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?+

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania admits 93% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–600 on SAT Reading and Writing and 490–590 on SAT Math; the average total is 1090.

Is Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania?+

In Fall 2023, 7,733 students applied to Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania and 7,327 were admitted; 2,434 enrolled.

Does Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania consider legacy status?+

Yes. Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania require an essay?+

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $26,335 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,468.

What is Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's graduation rate?+

54% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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