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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Altoona, PAPublicCity Setting
Open Admission • 98% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is a public institution located in the city setting of Altoona, PA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 2.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 98%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
2.4K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
98% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading530 - 650
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math540 - 640
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite22 - 28
1typical 50% range36
98%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Health Sciences20% of degrees
Business & Marketing17% of degrees
Engineering4% of degrees
Biological Sciences4% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $98,637
Earnings 5yr: $108,251
Debt: $26,917
Design and Applied Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $58,105
Earnings 5yr: $66,140
Debt: $26,000
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,170
Earnings 5yr: $37,822
Debt: $24,638
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Engineering, General.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $27,000
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$22,213
In-State Tuition$15,972
Out-of-State Tuition$26,958
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
29%
Pell Grants
54%
Take Loans
68%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$55,620
+14% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$63,435
Completion Signals
17%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
80%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$211/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
54%
Men46%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 54% men and 46% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
29%
Part-Time Share
2%
Avg Family Income
$82,495
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