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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York

York, PA · Public · Midsize suburb · Website

Admission rate
97%
Open
Average net price
$12,374
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
18%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York is a public college in York, PA with 668 undergraduates. It admits 97% of applicants, and admitted students average 1140 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,374 per year ($4,825 for families earning under $30,000). 18% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $71,762 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
97%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,012
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,855
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 & Writing530–620
200800
SAT Math520–625
200800
ACT Composite22–28
136

What Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York 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
$21,701
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$4,825
  • $30–48k$5,495
  • $48–75k$8,775
  • $75–110k$13,431
  • $110k+$19,244

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
18%
Freshman retention
77%
Median earnings
$71,762
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
668
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
35%
  • White64%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black8%
  • Asian5%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York FAQ

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

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

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 520–625 on SAT Math; the average total is 1140.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–28.

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

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 2,012 students applied to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York and 1,855 were admitted; 185 enrolled.

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

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

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

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

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

The sticker cost of attendance is $21,701 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,374.

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

18% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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