School Information

29.8
Total Cost $26,854
Total Enrollment 2,759
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 18 : 1

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks

http://www.bk.psu.edu/
Tulpehocken Rd, Reading, Pennsylvania 19610-1016
(610) 396-6000

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)
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 Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks, 79.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 75.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $3,497), and 64% receive loans ($6,484 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 Berks is $18,048 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks 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 Berks 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, 3,260 people applied to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks. Of the applicants, 81.0% were admitted (82.0% male & 80.0% female ) and 38.0% accepted (41.0% male and 34.0% female)

Of the 2,647 undergraduate students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks, 11.0% are part-time. A majority (89.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 100.0% of the 112 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     88.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     78.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     50.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     35.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     57.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     61.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline November 1st
Admissions Office Phone (814) 863-7590
Admissions Office Email tcs5@psu.edu
Admissions Office Address 201 Shields Building, Box 3000 University Park, PA 16804-3000
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.bk.psu.edu/Admissions/trfadmitrequire.htm
Admissions Website http://www.bk.psu.edu/Admissions/admstaff.htm (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 Berks, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 430
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 530
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 550
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 22
ACT English (25th Percentile) 15
ACT English (75th Percentile) 21
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 23
 
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Programs
 

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

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences 2
Agricultural Business and Management, Other 2
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 5
American/United States Studies/Civilization 5
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 15 77
Business/Commerce, General 8 77
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other 7
Communication, journalism, and related programs 3
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 3
Computer and information sciences and support services 2 22
Information Science/Studies 2 22
Education 23
Elementary Education and Teaching 23
Engineering 20
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 20
Engineering technologies/technicians 17
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician 3
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician 14
English language and literature/letters 2
Technical and Business Writing 2
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 2
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 2
Health professions and related clinical sciences 14
Occupational Therapist Assistant 14
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 7
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 7
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 25
Biological and Physical Sciences 25
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 15
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 15
Psychology 18
Psychology, General 18
 
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