Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | York, Pennsylvania |
| Online | ycp.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
York College of Pennsylvania is a private institution situated in York, Pennsylvania, approximately 30 miles south of Harrisburg and 25 miles north of Baltimore, Maryland. The main campus spans 190 acres in a suburban setting, featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the prominent Wolf Hall and Campbell Hall. Originally founded in 1787 as York County Academy and later evolving into York Junior College, the institution achieved four-year college status in 1969. The college maintains a focus on professional programs, including business, engineering, and nursing, while also offering traditional liberal arts degrees. Students typically reside in one of the college's residence halls during their first two years, and the institution competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Spartans, primarily within the Middle Atlantic Conference.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
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YCP is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for York College Pennsylvania within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#479 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#335 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#40 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#36 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#488 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#47 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1230 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.59 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 23, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,486 |
| Room and Board | $12,780 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,686 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Health Professions | 15% |
| Education | 13% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217059 IPEDS survey data for York College Pennsylvania.
Current students may use the York College Pennsylvania GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025