About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto

Founded in 1929, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto. is a college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 902 full time undergraduate students, and 1 full time graduate students.

The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 59 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate77%
Application Deadline
Application Fee65
SAT Range850-1100
ACT Range20-26

Admissions at PSUMA are considered Less Selective, with ,4% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 38 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% 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 Mont Alto.

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

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    13 Students rated on-campus housing 3.4 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

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

  • How would you rate campus food?

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

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    16 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    16 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    16 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    16 Students rated local services 2.9 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    16 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto?

7 Students rated Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto

Ian - 07/27/2022

A great place to start any Penn State journey. Very small class size and feels like high school. Everyone I met was nice and accepting. The professors were also extremely kind as well as available. As a commuter, I had a short walk to my classes, but it is definitely better than what you would have to do at Main. It feels like home and I hope others enjoy it the way I do. We Are!

DAVIS

Well , In my point of view It's beautiful place to study and safe . there are a lot of houses with a good scenery , The people is very friendly , they try to help you in some things that you don't know , Each year the university make sports event , It's very exited since you can practice some sports , It is very good since you can be on fit. So I give 4 starts to five.

Taylor

I originally chose to go here because I wanted to be closer to home, which has been great for my first two years. I have learned that I do not like how close I am to home, how small the campus is, and how the campus is in the middle of nowhere. The class size is great because they are small but I feel like there's never anything to do. There is nothing close by.

Hannah

Penn State Mont Alto is a beautiful campus. The class sizes are small and you really get to know your professors and other students. All of the professors I've had so far are great and they really care about their students success. There is a fair amount of activities to get involved in, but it is a small campus so there isn't as much offered at this campus as there would be at bigger campuses.

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto is 77%. 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 tell myself to take my studies very seriously in preparation for college.

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  3. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    students who are hard working and dedicated to being successful .

    Read all  7 answers
  4. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone who enjoys the country side, and quietness.

    Read all  5 answers
  5. What's unique about your campus?

    Diversity is a key element on college campuses because it allows one to learn more about other cultures.

    Read all  4 answers
  6. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The parking lot is not big enough for all of the students who live here. Often times people who do not go to school here use our parking spots and we, the residents of the dorms, have to park in the "commuter" lot and have to walk a half mile to get back to our dorms.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Penn State Mont Alto is a small campus with high expectations. The professors provide a great education to the students in attendance and create a fun learning environment. Penn State Mont Alto is a close-knit family of students and professors who all work together to help each other succeed.

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  8. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Personally, the worst thing about my school is the fact that it is in the country. It is not a city-like area. Unless you own a car you are limited to traveling off campus because the nearest gas station is about 3 miles away and the nearest WalMart is even further.

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  9. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are driven and ambitious about success, yet love to have fun while enjoying the college experience.

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

    Some things I wish I would have known before entering college is that nothing is easy. There is no such thing as an easy college career. Scholarships do not walk right up to you, you have to tale them by sheer effort. I did not put much effort into my academics by not studying or doing home assignments, and I did not use the resources that was available to make my transition to college more smooth. What I'm saying is I would of have put in more effort to ensure a better future.

    Read all  2 answers
  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    Beautiful campus.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Penn State Mont Alto is a unique school because of location, campus size, and student to professor ratio. Penn State Mont Alto's location in a rural area provides many students with a home-like setting. The campus is also fairly small enabling students to become familiar with one another more quickly. The professors are always willing to help students. With the usually small class sizes, professors have the opportunity to take one-on-one time with their students. The overall atmosphere at Penn State Mont Alto is accepting and friendly.

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  13. What are the academics like at your school?

    Top of the line

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  14. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    Basketball and study groups.

    Read all  1 answers
  15. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    This is school is agreat place that is close to home to obtain the education that is needed for my career after college. The small class sizes are a plus. Being able to get the skills and education that is needed.

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  16. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    Well educated group. Yes very accurate.

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Student Body

Students

53%

female

47%

male

902

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1

Total Grad Students

17%

Out-Of-State

81%

In-State

2%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

36%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
7%
% Hispanic/Latino
8%
% White or Caucasian
76%

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.

94% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto receive some sort of financial aid. 37% 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

$20,558

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,840

Books and Supplies

$11,230

Room and Board

33,628

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$16,022
$30 - $48K
$17,918
$48 - $75K
$20,568
$75 - $110K
$24,251
$110K & UP
$25,819

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