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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock, PA · Public · Distant town · Website

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania campus
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Admission rate
72%
Accessible
Average net price
$19,972
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
68%
Median earnings
$57,995
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is a public college in Slippery Rock, PA with 6,788 undergraduates. It admits 72% of applicants, and admitted students average 1095 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $19,972 per year ($12,386 for families earning under $30,000). 68% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $57,995 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
72%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
6,119
Fall 2023
Admitted
4,566
Fall 2023
Yield
34%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing500–610
200800
SAT Math480–580
200800
ACT Composite18–26
136

What Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$25,971
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$10,906
Out-of-state tuition
$15,162

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$12,386
  • $30–48k$12,871
  • $48–75k$14,820
  • $75–110k$20,905
  • $110k+$24,971

Get a personal estimate with Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
68%
Freshman retention
84%
Median earnings
$57,995
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
6,788
Student–faculty ratio
20:1
Receive Pell grants
34%
  • White84%
  • Hispanic4%
  • Black4%
  • Asian1%

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania FAQ

What is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?+

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania admits 72% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 480–580 on SAT Math; the average total is 1095.

What ACT score do you need for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–26.

Is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?+

In Fall 2023, 6,119 students applied to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania and 4,566 were admitted; 1,537 enrolled.

Does Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania consider legacy status?+

Yes. Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania require an essay?+

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,971 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,972.

What is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's graduation rate?+

68% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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