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Susquehanna University

Selinsgrove, PA · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Susquehanna University campus
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Admission rate
81%
Accessible
Average net price
$28,585
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
79%
Median earnings
$67,676
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Susquehanna University is a private nonprofit college in Selinsgrove, PA with 2,163 undergraduates. It admits 81% of applicants, and admitted students average 1232 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $28,585 per year ($18,572 for families earning under $30,000). 79% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $67,676 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
81%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,974
Fall 2023
Admitted
4,702
Fall 2023
Yield
12%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing560–660
200800
SAT Math540–640
200800
ACT Composite21–29
136

What Susquehanna University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$78,385
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$62,200

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$18,572
  • $30–48k$19,687
  • $48–75k$19,822
  • $75–110k$24,672
  • $110k+$31,933

Get a personal estimate with Susquehanna University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
79%
Freshman retention
86%
Median earnings
$67,676
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,163
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
30%
  • White78%
  • Hispanic7%
  • Black7%
  • Asian2%

Susquehanna University FAQ

What is Susquehanna University's acceptance rate?+

Susquehanna University admits 81% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Susquehanna University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 560–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1232.

What ACT score do you need for Susquehanna University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 21–29.

Is Susquehanna University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Susquehanna University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,974 students applied to Susquehanna University and 4,702 were admitted; 578 enrolled.

Does Susquehanna University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Susquehanna University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Susquehanna University require an essay?+

Susquehanna University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Susquehanna University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $78,385 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,585.

What is Susquehanna University's graduation rate?+

79% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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