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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny

McKeesport, PA · Public · Large suburb · Website

Admission rate
97%
Open
Average net price
$14,194
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
27%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny is a public college in McKeesport, PA with 349 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants, and admitted students average 1160 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $14,194 per year ($7,628 for families earning under $30,000). 27% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $71,762 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
97%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
581
Fall 2023
Admitted
550
Fall 2023
Yield
23%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing560–620
200800
SAT Math520–660
200800

What Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny 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
$25,082
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$14,440
Out-of-state tuition
$24,402

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$7,628
  • $30–48k$7,114
  • $48–75k$11,148
  • $75–110k$15,732
  • $110k+$22,301

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
27%
Freshman retention
78%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
349
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
50%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black20%
  • Asian9%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny FAQ

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny admits 97% of applicants, which makes it open.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 560–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 520–660 on SAT Math; the average total is 1160.

Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 581 students applied to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny and 550 were admitted; 124 enrolled.

Does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny consider legacy status?+

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

Does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny require an essay?+

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

How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,082 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,194.

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

27% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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