Penn State does not have a minimum GPA or standardized test score used for admission: we consider a combination of your GPA and standardized test scores, as well as a few other factors.
The high school grade-point average (GPA) accounts for approximately two-thirds of the decision. The remaining one-third is based on other factors, which may include standardized test scores, class rank, personal statement and activities list.
You may want to consult our chart of the mid-50% range of the students we accepted last year to get an estimate of your eligibility if you're a first-year student.
Please view the high school requirements for baccalaureate (four-year) degrees or associate (two-year) degrees.
In addition, if they apply to you, please consult our:
- special program requirements (including all the arts, Accelerated Premedical-Medical, Science BS/MBA, and Golf Management)
- transfer requirements
- international requirements
- adult requirements
- homeschool student requirements
- college options for high school students
- provisional student requirements
Former Penn State students who wish to return should re-enroll through our Registrar.
