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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, PA · Public · Small city · Website

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus campus
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Admission rate
61%
Accessible
Average net price
$33,675
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
85%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is a public college in University Park, PA with 42,284 undergraduates. It admits 61% of applicants, and admitted students average 1337 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $33,675 per year ($22,193 for families earning under $30,000). 85% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $71,762 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
61%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
85,956
Fall 2023
Admitted
46,605
Fall 2023
Yield
19%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing620–700
200800
SAT Math620–720
200800
ACT Composite27–32
136

What Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$41,003
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$21,098
Out-of-state tuition
$43,490

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$22,193
  • $30–48k$21,267
  • $48–75k$25,458
  • $75–110k$31,948
  • $110k+$39,140

Get a personal estimate with Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
85%
Freshman retention
93%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
42,284
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
16%
  • White63%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black5%
  • Asian8%

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus FAQ

What is Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?+

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus admits 61% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 620–700 on SAT Reading and Writing and 620–720 on SAT Math; the average total is 1337.

What ACT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 27–32.

Is Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus?+

In Fall 2023, 85,956 students applied to Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus and 46,605 were admitted; 9,040 enrolled.

Does Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus consider legacy status?+

No. Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus require an essay?+

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $41,003 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $33,675.

What is Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus's graduation rate?+

85% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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