Overview
Student Population
46,810
| Location | University Park, Pennsylvania |
| Online | psu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in University Park, Pennsylvania, Penn State Main Campus is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. 45,140 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,670 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $17,416 plus fees of $1,034.
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Annual Cost to Attend
Pennsylvania Resident Tuition
$17,416
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $1,034 |
| Room and Board | $11,884 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $36,962 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
$34,480
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $1,034 |
| Room and Board | $11,884 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $54,026 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$55,300 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
87% within 6 years
Popular 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.
Current students may use the Penn State Main Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.