Allegheny College
About Allegheny College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Allegheny College is a private university in Meadville, PA. It has a 69.7% acceptance rate and a 67.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,324 students.
Founded
1815
Location
Meadville, Pennsylvania
Students
1,156
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
54.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
72.6%
Near national average
Tuition
$56,550
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,940
After financial aid
SAT Average
1275
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$62,069
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
54.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 15
Allegheny College accepts 54.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1275/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
72.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.9%
4-Year Grad
67%
6-Year Grad
75%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
78.5%
$/Student
$18.0K
Class Size
Small
67% of students graduate on time, and 78.5% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$56,550
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,100
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$71,348
After Financial Aid
$22,940
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,495
Receive Grants
28.5%
Take Loans
56.3%
Don't let the $56,550 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $22,940 after financial aid, a 59% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $18,495.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Allegheny College fund their education.
While in School
28.5%
Get Grants
Free money
56.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$65,273
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $62K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Allegheny College.
Gender
51.5%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,156
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
22.1%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 49% men). 22.1% are first-generation college students. 5.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,156
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Allegheny College fields 12 varsity teams with 550 student athletes, about 48% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Presidents'
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
550
48% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
349
Men
201
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Allegheny Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$62,069
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Sustainability Studies
—
48 grads
Biology, General
$36K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$35K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Economics
$52K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Managerial Economics
—
24 grads
Computer Science
$59K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $46K at six years, $47K at eight, and $62K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.