Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Edinboro, Pennsylvania |
| Online | edinboro.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
PennWest Edinboro, located in northwestern Pennsylvania approximately 20 miles south of Erie, occupies a 585-acre rural campus. Originally founded in 1857 as a normal school for teacher training, the institution now operates as part of Pennsylvania Western University following a 2022 merger with Clarion and California universities. The campus features a mix of modern and traditional buildings centered around a main quad, with most academic facilities and student housing concentrated in the campus core. While education remains a cornerstone program, PennWest Edinboro offers comprehensive studies in art, business, sciences, and health professions, with notable programs in animation and digital arts. The university maintains traditional residence halls and apartment-style housing options for students, and competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Fighting Scots.
Rankings
Rankings for PennWest Edinboro within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#1039 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#444 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#81 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#21 in Best Public Colleges in Pennsylvania
#78 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Annual Cost to Attend
Pennsylvania Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $2,828 |
| Room and Board | $11,660 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,054 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $2,828 |
| Room and Board | $11,660 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,912 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 15% |
| Education | 12% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Business | 10% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=212160 IPEDS survey data for PennWest Edinboro.
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Last updated February 24, 2025