Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Public, 4-year
201 Old Main, University Park, PA 16802-1503
Quick Facts
7,554
Total Enrollment
54%
Acceptance Rate
34%
Graduation Rate
$55,620
Median Earnings (6yr)
$15,204
In-State Tuition
$32,598
Avg Net Price
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1316
Avg SAT Score
About Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity |
| Size | 20,000 and above |
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
| Branch Campuses | 21 |
Location
| Address | 201 Old Main |
| City | University Park, PA |
| ZIP Code | 16802-1503 |
| County | Centre County |
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Neeli Bendapudi (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 7,554 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 53% |
| Male | 47% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 62.9% |
| Black | 4.7% |
| Hispanic | 9.2% |
| Asian | 7.1% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 3.9% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 9.8% |
| Unknown | 2.2% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 1.8% |
| Part-Time Students | 2.2% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 610 | 650 | 690 |
| SAT Math | 610 | 660 | 710 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 29 | 32 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$15,204
In-State Tuition
$15,204
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,160
Total Cost of Attendance
$32,598
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 13% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 40% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 30% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $25,000 |
| Median Total Debt | $19,500 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $34,000 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 68% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $19,458 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $19,743 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $26,257 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $33,579 |
| $110,001+ | $37,209 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$55,620
6 Years After
$60,370
8 Years After
$63,435
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $34,752 | 75th percentile: $79,149
Earnings by Family Income Background
$46,315
Low Income
$52,445
Middle Income
$62,694
High Income
Student Outcomes
66%
Full-Time Retention
56%
Part-Time Retention
34%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$12,420
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$15,490
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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