About Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

Founded in 1855, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is a Public college. Located in University Park, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Urban . The campus is home to 41,359 full time undergraduate students, and 6,430 full time graduate students.

Campus Topics

2%
"We're apathetic"
19%
"We know about current events and vote"
64%
"We participate and encourage others to get involved"
14%
"There's nothing we won't protest"
3%
"We save it for the classroom"
17%
"Sometimes, but not often"
56%
"There's usually intelligent conversation to be found"
24%
"All the time, including weekends"
6%
"It's not really our thing"
17%
"Occasinally we gallery crawl"
60%
"There are a variety of opportunities"
17%
"We're a very artistic group"
1%
"I'm always terrified"
6%
"I only go out in groups"
38%
"I usually let someone know where I'm going"
55%
"I feel extremely safe"
1%
"We don't play sports"
0%
"We play recreationally"
5%
"We bought the gear"
95%
"We live for the big game"
1%
"Haven't met them"
6%
"Available in class"
67%
"They keep regular office hours"
26%
"They're always available"
2%
"No greek life, but other groups to join"
14%
"There is some involvement, but not a lot"
76%
"Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity"
8%
"It's everything. If you're not greek, you're a geek"
2%
"We're not into drinking at all"
6%
"Maybe a little, but it's not a big thing"
32%
"We only party on weekends"
59%
"There's some drinking happening every night"
8%
"Never, we're here to learn"
49%
"There might be people who do"
38%
"People are known to partake on weekends"
6%
"There's a huge drug scene"

Admissions Requirements for Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

Admissions at PSU are considered Selective, with 56% of all applicants being admitted. In the 2017/2018 school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 16% of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling. 98% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 84% were in the top quarter, and 41% were in the top tenth.

The application fee is $ 65 and you can apply online.

SAT Range: 1090 - 1300

Reading & Writing 530 - 630
Math 560 - 670
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ACT Range: 25 - 29

English 24 - 30
Math 25 - 30
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Student Body

Students

46%

female

54%

male

41,359

Total Undergrad Enrollment

6,430

Total Grad Students

36%

Out-Of-State

53%

In-State

11%

International

Organizations

816

Student Organizations

56

Fraternities

31

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

29%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
6%
% Black or African-American
4%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
67%

Academics

The Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus Academic calendar runs on a semester basis. In the 2017/2018 school year the student to faculty ratio was 16:1. There are 2741 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Cost

The total cost to attend on campus is $45,452. Let's break that cost down. Room and board will run $11,230 annually. Books and Supplies will cost another $1,840. And lastly, in state tuition and fees is $17,900. Additional cost elements for out of state students are as follows:

Cost Out of State

$32,382

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,840

Books and Supplies

$11,230

Room and Board

45,452

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$20,873
$30 - $48K
$22,463
$48 - $75K
$26,481
$75 - $110K
$31,105
$110K & UP
$33,278

Financial Aid

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

65% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus receive some sort of financial aid. 12% were awarded federal grants. While 44% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

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