School Information

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Total Cost $26,854
Total Enrollment 4,182
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 17 : 1

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona

http://www.aa.psu.edu/
3000 Ivyside Pk, Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601-3777
(814) 949-5000

Penn State is a multicampus public research university that educates students from Pennsylvania, the nation and the world, and improves the well being and health of individuals and communities through integrated programs of teaching, research, and service. Our instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, professional, and continuing education offered through both resident instruction and online delivery. Our educational programs are enriched by the cutting edge knowledge, diversity, and creativity of our faculty, students, and staff. Our research, scholarship, and creative activity promote human and economic development, global understanding, and progress in professional practice through the expansion of knowledge and its applications ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
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
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 Less than one year certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona, 80.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 80.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,414), and 68% receive loans ($6,469 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,820. Off campus it is around $10,242.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is $18,878 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $12,750
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $19,078
Tuition Graduate in State $15,446
Tuition Graduate Out of State $21,806
Living Costs
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Total Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $26,854
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $33,182
Total Expense In State Off Campus $30,796
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $17,692
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $37,124
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $24,020
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 6,180 people applied to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona. Of the applicants, 75.0% were admitted (74.0% male & 75.0% female ) and 32.0% accepted (33.0% male and 30.0% female)

Of the 4,147 undergraduate students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona, 5.0% are part-time. A majority (90.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 100.0% of the 35 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     79.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     85.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     40.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     39.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     68.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     66.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline November 1st
Admissions Office Phone (814) 949-5466
Admissions Office Email admissions@psu.edu
Admissions Office Address 3000 Ivyside Park, Admissions Office E108 Smith Building, Altoona, PA 16601
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.altoona.psu.edu/admissions/transfer.htm
Admissions Website http://www.aa.psu.edu (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://admissions.psu.edu/apply/
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 540
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 470
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 570
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 23
ACT English (25th Percentile) 19
ACT English (75th Percentile) 23
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 19
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 25
 
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona 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 9
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 9
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 16 61
Business/Commerce, General 16 61
Communication, journalism, and related programs 20
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 20
Education 43
Elementary Education and Teaching 43
Engineering 23
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 23
Engineering, General
Engineering technologies/technicians 7
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician 3
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician 4
English language and literature/letters 8
English Language and Literature, General 8
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 4 21
Human Development and Family Studies, General 4 21
Health professions and related clinical sciences 32 11
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 32 11
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
History 10
History, General 10
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 11 14
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 11 14
Mathematics and statistics 4
Mathematics, General 4
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 2
Biological and Physical Sciences 2
Natural resources and conservation 8
Environmental Studies 8
Psychology 21
Psychology, General 21
Security and protective services 4 38
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 4 38
Visual and performing arts 5
Visual and Performing Arts, General 4
Visual and Performing Arts, Other 1
 
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