About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny

Founded in 1948, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny. is a Public college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 550 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 38 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate85%
Application Deadline
Application Fee65
SAT Range850-1120
ACT Range18-25

Admissions at PSU-GA are considered Less Selective, with ,6% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 32 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

66% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 33% were in the top quarter, and 11% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
43%
“We know about current events and vote”
57%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
29%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
29%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
43%
“We bought the gear”
29%
“We live for the big game”
14%
“It”s not really our thing”
29%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
29%
“They keep regular office hours”
71%
“They”re always available”
57%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
43%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
71%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
57%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
43%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
43%
“We know about current events and vote”
57%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
14%
“Sometimes, but not often”
57%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
29%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
29%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
43%
“We bought the gear”
29%
“We live for the big game”
14%
“It”s not really our thing”
29%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
29%
“They keep regular office hours”
71%
“They”re always available”
57%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
43%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
71%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
57%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
43%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    12 Students rated on-campus housing 2.9 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    12 Students rated off-campus housing 2.9 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    15 Students rated campus food 3.9 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    16 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    16 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    15 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    15 Students rated local services 3.4 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    16 Students rated academics 4 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny?

9 Students rated Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny

Maura - 11/12/2021

I think it’s a great environment! This school is very comforting and everyone I have every met on campus is extremely friendly and helpful. The faculty at the the school is very determined to see you succeed as a student. I really enjoy being apart of the family!

Ireland - 04/24/2021

I think Penn State is a great school to come and grow and learn. There is a great sense of community and the sports are a great way to make friends. It is a serious but fun environment to be in and flourish. The professors take time and care a lot bout your growth and education.

Tre

Terrible place and bad staffing

Pinkie

Great learning environment. The faculty and staff is great and always on hand to assist in any area a student may have. The sport programs are outstanding. Going to class everyday is worthwhile. The student body actually care about the campus and other students.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny is 85%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would have to tell myself not to base your decision on the name of a college and that you need to make sure you're going somewhere that you will enjoy. Enjoying yourself in school is half the battle. If you don't enjoy it, then what is the point of spending all that money to go? I would also tell myself, "SAVE YOUR MONEY!", because in college, you need every penny you can get.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Most students are not particularly driven, and sometimes rude.

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  4. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone can really attend this school, but someone looking for a hands on experience with small class sizes and a lot of teacher aviability, this school is for them. It really doesn?t matter on the type of person that would attend this school, because everyone fits in. The person would just need to make sure they are responsible and hard working.

    Read all  4 answers
  5. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I tell them that the people on this campus really aren't , friendly, the teachers seem to keep to there own except for a few. There is really nothing to do on campus. Some of the buildings actually could use some maintnance.

    Read all  4 answers
  6. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Academic with a somewhat povern culture

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  7. What's unique about your campus?

    I believe the best thing about my school would have to be the diversity. I have met a lot of people from all over and with differenct backgrounds and views on life. It is a very welcoming school regardless of race gender or religion, everyone fits in and interacts with everyone.

    Read all  2 answers
  8. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I had know more general informatino about college as a whole. I think that I would like to know how important it is to study more, its not like high school where you can just cram the night before the test and get a good grade . It takes a lot more time and preparation in college to succeed.

    Read all  2 answers
  9. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing might be that we are a small branch campus, so we do not have as many class offerings to choose from as the main Penn State campus unfortunately.

    Read all  2 answers
  10. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for its pride and football and also how well everyone gets along wtih eachother

    Read all  1 answers
  11. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The unique thing about my college compared to other schools I have considered, would be that, the advisers are nice. As they say, they are there to help the students. Some of the advisers my college tell you straight up front what you need to do in college to get to where you want to go. This is very helpful.

    Read all  1 answers
  12. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    j hh

    Read all  1 answers

Student Body

Students

39%

female

61%

male

550

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

10%

Out-Of-State

84%

In-State

6%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

30%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
6%
% Black or African-American
22%
% Hispanic/Latino
5%
% White or Caucasian
60%

TUITION & 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.

91% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny receive some sort of financial aid. 56% were awarded federal grants. While 77% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$20,546

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,840

Books and Supplies

$11,230

Room and Board

33,616

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$12,691
$30 - $48K
$12,404
$48 - $75K
$17,368
$75 - $110K
$19,391
$110K & UP
$20,665

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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