School Information

57.9
Total Cost $17,000
Total Enrollment 5,329
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 21 : 1

Lock Haven University

http://www.lhup.edu
401 North Fairview Street, Lock Haven, Pennsylvania 17745-2390
(570) 484-2011

From a legacy of preparing teachers for the Commonwealth’s public schools, Lock Haven University is in the process of expanding its mission to respond to evolving workforce needs. The previous five years have brought additions to liberal arts and professional programs on both campuses, and we anticipate that trend to continue. We envision modest and gradual growth of the undergraduate, on-campus programs, but much steeper growth in demands for access to graduate, continuing, and distance education programs. We will need to make difficult choices to stay competitive, while retaining our core identity as an institution. Encouraging positive yet sustainable growth ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 6%
 
School Costs

At Lock Haven University, 87.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 56.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,362), and 71% receive loans ($6,476 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,416.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Lock Haven University is $11,416 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Lock Haven University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $7,201
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $13,637
Tuition Graduate in State $6,666
Tuition Graduate Out of State $10,666
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $17,000
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $23,436
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 4,763 people applied to Lock Haven University. Of the applicants, 73.0% were admitted (71.0% male & 74.0% female ) and 37.0% accepted (39.0% male and 36.0% female)

Of the 5,044 undergraduate students at Lock Haven University, 7.0% are part-time. A majority (91.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 65.0% of the 285 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     91.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     69.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     10.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     31.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     51.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     53.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone (570) 484-2011
Admissions Office Email admissions@lhup.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admissions Lock Haven University Lock Haven, PA 17745
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.lhup.edu/admissions/info/transfer/index.shtml
Admissions Website http://www.lhup.edu/admissions/index.shtml (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.lhup.edu/admissions/apply/application.html
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to Lock Haven University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Lock Haven University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 510
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 420
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 520
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 410
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 510
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 22
 
Lock Haven University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 16
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 16
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 9 91
Accounting 24
Business Administration and Management, General 7 67
Management Information Systems, General 2
Communication, journalism, and related programs 32
Journalism 32
Computer and information sciences and support services 8
Computer and Information Sciences, General 7
Computer Science 1
Education 1 103 30
Curriculum and Instruction 20
Elementary Education and Teaching 72
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 1 12
Special Education and Teaching, General 19
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other 10
English language and literature/letters 30
English Language and Literature, General 25
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 5
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 5
German Language and Literature 0
Spanish Language and Literature 5
Health professions and related clinical sciences 61 66 37
Athletic Training/Trainer 9
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 5 45
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 12
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 50
Physician Assistant 37
Surgical Technology/Technologist 6
History 10
History, General 10
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 26 11
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 26 11
Mathematics and statistics 13
Mathematics, General 13
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 4
Biological and Physical Sciences 4
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 178
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other 63
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 51
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 64
Philosophy and religious studies 0
Philosophy 0
Physical sciences 2 19
Chemistry, General 3
Geology/Earth Science, General 8
Physical Sciences, Other 2
Physics, General 8
Psychology 41
Psychology, General 41
Public administration and social service professions 31
Social Work 31
Security and protective services 15 71
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 15 71
Social sciences 33
Economics, General 1
International Relations and Affairs 5
Political Science and Government, General 11
Social Sciences, General 7
Sociology 9
Visual and performing arts 14
Art/Art Studies, General 1
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 3
Fine/Studio Arts, General 7
Music, General 3
 
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