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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks

Reading, PA · Public · Large suburb · Website

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks campus
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Admission rate
99%
Open
Average net price
$19,570
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
29%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks is a public college in Reading, PA with 1,872 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, and admitted students average 1174 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $19,570 per year ($13,445 for families earning under $30,000). 29% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $71,762 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
99%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,844
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,676
Fall 2023
Yield
10%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing550–640
200800
SAT Math540–635
200800
ACT Composite18–27
136

What Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks 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
$28,258
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$16,004
Out-of-state tuition
$27,254

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$13,445
  • $30–48k$12,569
  • $48–75k$13,617
  • $75–110k$20,472
  • $110k+$27,366

Get a personal estimate with Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
29%
Freshman retention
77%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,872
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
35%
  • White58%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black9%
  • Asian9%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks FAQ

What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks's acceptance rate?+

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks admits 99% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 550–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–635 on SAT Math; the average total is 1174.

What ACT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–27.

Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?+

In Fall 2023, 5,844 students applied to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks and 5,676 were admitted; 591 enrolled.

Does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks consider legacy status?+

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

Does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks require an essay?+

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

How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $28,258 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,570.

What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks's graduation rate?+

29% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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