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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley
Center Valley, PAPublicSuburb Setting
Open Admission • 97% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley is a public institution located in the suburb setting of Center Valley, PA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 859 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 97%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
859 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
97% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading580 - 660
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math550 - 660
200typical 50% range800
ACT CompositeNot Reported
97%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing43% of degrees
Health Sciences12% of degrees
Biological Sciences12% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Civil Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,403
Earnings 5yr: $82,353
Debt: $26,838
International Relations and National Security Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,001
Earnings 5yr: $67,400
Debt: $25,000
Hospitality Administration/Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,798
Earnings 5yr: $56,884
Debt: $24,500
Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,620
Earnings 5yr: $69,396
Debt: $27,000
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$18,220
In-State Tuition$15,208
Out-of-State Tuition$25,392
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
35%
Pell Grants
43%
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
18%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
83%
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
59%
Men41%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 59% men and 41% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
29%
Part-Time Share
8%
Avg Family Income
$82,495
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