Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Public, 4-year
3000 Ivyside Park, Altoona, PA 16601-3777
Quick Facts
2,412
Total Enrollment
97%
Acceptance Rate
18%
Graduation Rate
$55,620
Median Earnings (6yr)
$15,944
In-State Tuition
$24,704
Avg Net Price
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1163
Avg SAT Score
About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Bachelor's |
| Branch Campus | Yes |
| Branch Campuses | 21 |
Location
| Address | 3000 Ivyside Park |
| City | Altoona, PA |
| ZIP Code | 16601-3777 |
| County | Blair County |
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Lori J. Bechtel-Wherry (Chancellor)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 2,412 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 46% |
| Male | 54% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 72.4% |
| Black | 6.4% |
| Hispanic | 7.8% |
| Asian | 4.3% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 3.5% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 4.6% |
| Unknown | 0.9% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 4.3% |
| Part-Time Students | 2.2% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 530 | 580 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 580 | 630 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 24 | 27 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$15,944
In-State Tuition
$26,668
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,725
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,704
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 26% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 55% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 26% |
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 | $17,269 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $17,288 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $21,857 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $26,446 |
| $110,001+ | $28,543 |
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
77%
Full-Time Retention
25%
Part-Time Retention
18%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$8,804
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$3,300
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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Contact Information
Phone: (814) 949-5000
Website: Visit Site
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