Cedar Crest College
About Cedar Crest College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cedar Crest College is a private university in Allentown, PA. It has a 84.3% acceptance rate and a 62.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 933 students.
Founded
1867
Location
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Students
1,254
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
84.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
60.4%
Near national average
Tuition
$46,314
Per year
Avg Net Price
$18,659
After financial aid
SAT Average
1070
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,460
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Cedar Crest College accepts the majority of applicants at 84.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1070/ 1600
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Average: 25 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
60.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71%
4-Year Grad
51%
6-Year Grad
64%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.8%
$/Student
$11.6K
Class Size
Small
51% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$46,314
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,406
Books & Supplies
$4,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,206
After Financial Aid
$18,659
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$21,044
Receive Grants
43.6%
Take Loans
70.3%
Don't let the $46,314 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $18,659 after financial aid, a 60% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $21,044.
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 Cedar Crest College fund their education.
While in School
43.6%
Get Grants
Free money
70.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,394
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 $59K 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 Cedar Crest College.
Gender
91.5%
Female
9%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
834
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
420
Graduates
43.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
25.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 92% of the student body. 43.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.6% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
834
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cedar Crest College fields 11 varsity teams with 165 student athletes, about 20% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Colonial States
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
165
20% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
0% / 100%
0
Men
165
Women
0
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cedar Crest Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,460
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
95 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
19 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
19 grads
Criminology
—
17 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
12 grads
Public Health
—
11 grads
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $59K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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