Penn State Altoona
Overview
Student Population
3,482
| Size | Mid-size |
| Profit Status | Non-profit |
| On campus housing | Yes |
| Degrees Offered | Undergrad |
Located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a mid-size four year public college offering undergraduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 5,430 prospective students applied, and 5,009 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,274 enrolled in the school. 3,374 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 108 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $14,214 plus fees of $976. Penn State Altoona is ranked 679 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
Average
| SAT | ACT | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 1080/1250 | |
| ACT | 21/26 | |
| GPA | 3.04 |
Applications Accepted
92.2%
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Pennsylvania Resident Tuition
$14,214
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $976 |
| Room and Board | $11,280 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,098 |
Out of State Tuition
$22,716
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,840 |
| Other Fees | $976 |
| Room and Board | $11,280 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,600 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$55,300 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
65% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 19% |
| Business | 17% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 13% |
| Engineering | 7% |
| Education | 6% |