About York College Pennsylvania

Founded in 1787, York College Pennsylvania. is a Private college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 4,288 full time undergraduate students, and 215 full time graduate students.

The York College Pennsylvania Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 181 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at York College Pennsylvania include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate61%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range940-1140
ACT Range20-25

Admissions at YCP are considered Selective, with ,21% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 16 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

78% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 37% 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 York College Pennsylvania.

16%
“We”re apathetic”
39%
“We know about current events and vote”
45%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
26%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
6%
“All the time, including weekends”
10%
“I”m always terrified”
20%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
20%
“I feel extremely safe”
15%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
65%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
6%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
71%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
10%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
40%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
32%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
65%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
3%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
23%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
45%
“We only party on weekends”
32%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
6%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
68%
“There might be people who do”
23%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
3%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
16%
“We”re apathetic”
39%
“We know about current events and vote”
45%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
26%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
6%
“All the time, including weekends”
10%
“I”m always terrified”
20%
“I only go out in groups”
50%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
20%
“I feel extremely safe”
15%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
65%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
6%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
71%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
10%
“We”re a very artistic group”
7%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
40%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
32%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
65%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
3%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
23%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
45%
“We only party on weekends”
32%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
6%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
68%
“There might be people who do”
23%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
3%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

York College Pennsylvania REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    82 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    65 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    85 Students rated campus food 2.9 stars. 5 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    89 Students rated campus facilities 4 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    89 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    89 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    89 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    89 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of York College Pennsylvania?

42 Students rated York College Pennsylvania

Gelastina - 03/11/2021

its alright

Hayley - 03/08/2021

I love YCP. I have made so many memories here and I would not have picked another school if I were to do college all over again. There's lots of clubs and groups to join on campus, and the professors truly care about your success. It's in a great location and I think the class size is perfect.

Amy

I love it here. I think that I have learned a lot since I have been here and have made some strong and important connections with people, friends and professors alike. There is always something going on around campus for everyone. This institution has helped mold me into a well-rounded individual.

Katie

I visited York College twice and loved my time while I was there. I had the opportunity to sit in on classes and I was able to find out about the major I wanted to go into. York is a small sized campus but is really easy to walk around. The athletics building is great as well as the rest of campus. The faculty and admissions are very nice and they are willing to help you with whatever you need.

York College Pennsylvania FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at York College Pennsylvania?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for York College Pennsylvania is 61%. 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 advise both parents and students to schedule many college visits, starting in the junior year of high school. Make sure to visit schools that are large, small, close, or far away to get the full effect of the various types of schools available. After choosing a school that feels "right" to both the parents and the student, it is important to get involved immediately. I would encourage the student to meet all of the people on their floor, and make efforts to get to know everyone possible. The first few months are so important to meeting friends that could last a lifetime. It is important to keep your mind open to anything that could open new doors to you, such as different clubs or organizations. Parents should be very encouraging and should still try to show an interest in their child's education. Overall, college can be a great experience if you make it one!

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

    One aspect of my school that I really am not fond of is that the weekends are a little dry since most students go home during the weekends. So i have to find ways to entertain myself.

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  4. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    That the food on campus isn't especially good.

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

    York is a resonable priced school that has a lot to offer to students. There is always activities going on on campus and there is some stuff to do with in twenty minutes of campus. Even if you don't have a car there is transportation and freshman are allowed to have cars on campus. The class sizes a small for most classes, generally under 30.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    The sense of community, closeness and overall size.

    Read all  16 answers
  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    My teachers are really nice and they really want to make sure you learn the material. York College has a great campus and lots to get involved it. Being in a fraternity and having lots of close friends makes it easy to pick the right classes for me and gives me the opportunity to talk to people who are in the same field of study.

    Read all  14 answers
  8. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The parking regulations and rules are a little ridiculous, but we're in the process of changing them.

    Read all  13 answers
  9. Describe the students at your school.

    The majority of my classmates are driven and outgoing.

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

    The Art Institute of York PA is best known for Creating Tomorrow.

    Read all  10 answers
  11. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    My school puts a lot of effort to student involvment on campus. They provide a wide variety of on campus jobs, campust events, community involvement events, and student trips.

    Read all  9 answers
  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    The only studentsthat should not attend York College of Pennsylvania, are the students that do not plan on applying themselves to further their education.

    Read all  5 answers
  13. What kind of person should attend this school?

    I would have to say that anyone would able to attend York College. There are so many different activities and organizations that reach so many people and their interest. It's definetly a great place to experience new things.

    Read all  4 answers

Student Body

Students

55%

female

45%

male

4,288

Total Undergrad Enrollment

215

Total Grad Students

43%

Out-Of-State

57%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

81

Student Organizations

8

Fraternities

6

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

46%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
6%
% White or Caucasian
79%

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.

99% of students attending York College Pennsylvania receive some sort of financial aid. 27% were awarded federal grants. While 75% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$18,780

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$10,460

Room and Board

30,440

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$17,238
$30 - $48K
$18,124
$48 - $75K
$20,447
$75 - $110K
$23,372
$110K & UP
$24,146

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