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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton

Hazleton, PA · Public · Small suburb · Website

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton campus
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Admission rate
96%
Open
Average net price
$14,209
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
23%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton is a public college in Hazleton, PA with 501 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, and admitted students average 1200 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $14,209 per year ($10,525 for families earning under $30,000). 23% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $71,762 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
96%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
714
Fall 2023
Admitted
650
Fall 2023
Yield
31%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing550–660
200800
SAT Math540–630
200800

What Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton 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
$28,255
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$15,240
Out-of-state tuition
$25,672

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$10,525
  • $30–48k$9,241
  • $48–75k$11,803
  • $75–110k$16,801
  • $110k+$22,207

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
23%
Freshman retention
75%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
501
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
49%
  • White56%
  • Hispanic25%
  • Black9%
  • Asian4%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton FAQ

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton admits 96% of applicants, which makes it open.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 550–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1200.

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

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 714 students applied to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton and 650 were admitted; 200 enrolled.

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

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

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

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

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

The sticker cost of attendance is $28,255 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,209.

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

23% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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