Overview
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is a public institution and commonwealth campus. It is located in Logan Township, PA. Popular areas of study include electrical and electronics engineering, nursing, and business. Study abroad options are available in places such as Costa Rica, England, and Cuba.
Acceptance Rate:
96%
Average Net Price:
$24,274
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1094
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $15,944 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $26,668 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,820 |
| Books and Supplies | $1840 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
61%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
28%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,574
28%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,984
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$6,413
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
19%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3803
52%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,984
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$12,703,017
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$1,803,914
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
62%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$11,382
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$247
Students receiving federal loans
60%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,189
Average Other Loans Per Year
$19,982
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
7523
Students Applied
49%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
95
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | November 30 |
Application Fee
$65
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
3%
Submitting ACT
31%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1094
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
2,577
Total Number of Undergrads
2,577
0
100
9%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
13%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
32
Faculty Overview
0
100
47%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
29%
Student Organizations
76
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
29%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
37%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Lions
School Colors
navy blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
111
Total Female Athletes
84
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Club
18
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$57,200
Top 5 Cities
Altoona
Philadelphia
State College
Pittsburgh
Johnstown
Top 5 Employers
Penn State University
Penn State Altoona
Sheetz
UPMC
Norfolk Southern Corporation
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Engineering
Sales
Education
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Loan Default Rate
6%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$247
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingIts all about your professors!! So when you schedule your first classes, make sure you go to www.ratemyprofessors.com and look the professor up! Trust me, you'll thank me in the end.
Kristen from Altoona, PA
I am only a freshman here, but so far all of my teachers have been amazing. They are open to hear the students opinions and are all very well educated professors. There are so many different classes offered that you can learn about anything you desire!! The teachers are also very helpful and will do anything they can to help you succeed. Ratemyprofessor.com is definitely a website that I would check out because a good professor makes your experience a ton better!
Rachel from Wellsboro, PA
PSUA has opened my eyes to so many new positions and opportunities!
Marianna from Johnstown, PA
It is absolutely beautiful. Professors know you on a first name basis. Advisers for your major do an amazing job keeping you in line with classes to complete your degree as early as possible.
Zachary from Altoona, PA
It is the best side campus for the Penn State community. It makes you feel at home and everyone knows who you are. It is also the near University Park for all the Penn State football games.
Karl from Milford, NJ
its a beautiful campus with lots of shade trees to study under. its class size is smaller than average so each student can learn more.and penn state altoona offers my major, secondary education.
Melissa from State College, PA
we are pennstate, these three words are what made me want to join the nittany lion family. the school offers many choices for a major, and is culturally diverse. the campus is clean and safe!
Brittaney from Easton, PA
penn state altoona is perfect for students to start off at who aren't ready for university park yet. it's small, fun, and the programs are great. penn state is one huge family and altoona is a huge part of that family.
Emma from Altoona, PA
penn state altoona is a smaller campus, seated less than an hour away from university park. the classes are much smaller and you are able to really get to know your professors. this is a great option for those of you who are looking to go to university park at some point but want to raise your gpa first.
Brittany
this school is perfect for students who want to go to a big name school but aren't ready for the big campus. penn state altoona is a gorgeous campus all year long.
Amanda from PA
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