Overview
Student Population
47,119National Rank
#116| Location | University Park, Pennsylvania |
| Online | psu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in University Park, Pennsylvania, Penn State Main Campus is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 56,114 prospective students applied, and 28,233 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,863 enrolled in the school. 45,336 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,783 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $17,416 plus fees of $1,038. Penn State is ranked 116 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Very High| SAT | 1230/1400 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.59 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Pennsylvania Resident Tuition
$17,416| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $1,038 |
| Room and Board | $11,570 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,652 |
Out of State Tuition
$33,820| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $1,038 |
| Room and Board | $11,570 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $53,056 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$55,300 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
87% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 16% |
| Engineering | 12% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 7% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=214777 IPEDS survey data for Penn State Main Campus.
