Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley
About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley is a public university in Center Valley, PA. It has a 94.1% acceptance rate with in-state tuition of $15,140 per year, serving approximately 843 students.
Founded
1912
Location
Center Valley, Pennsylvania
Students
860
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
97.4%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
17.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$15,208
Out-of-state: $25,392
Avg Net Price
$18,220
After financial aid
SAT Average
1210
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$63,435
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Rolling
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley accepts the majority of applicants at 97.4%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1210/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
17.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.4%
4-Year Grad
9%
6-Year Grad
16%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
55%
$/Student
$2.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 9% graduation rate is below average, but 83.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$15,208
In-State
$25,392
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$28,109
After Financial Aid
$18,220
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,422
Receive Grants
35%
Take Loans
43.2%
Tuition is $15,208/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $18,220.
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 Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley fund their education.
While in School
35%
Get Grants
Free money
43.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$61,924
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $63K 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 Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley.
Gender
40.8%
Female
59%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
859
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1
Graduates
28.8%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
9.3%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 28.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
859
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley fields 4 varsity teams with 83 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
USCAA
United States Collegiate Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
83
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
51
Men
32
Women
3
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valleyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$63,435
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$45K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Information Science/Studies
$66K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$32K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
$58K
11 grads
1yr Earnings
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
$33K
10 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Corporate Communications
$32K
8 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $56K at six years, $51K at eight, and $63K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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