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Penn State’s long tradition of academic excellence, investment in student success, and commitment to providing unrivaled opportunities make the University a great place to study, but it is the dedication of our students, faculty, and staff that make it truly exceptional.

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Admissions Requirements

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By the Numbers

Grade Point Average

Commonweath Campus: 3.11 - 3.80; Middle 50% Range
(unweighted 4.0 scale)

University Park: 3.60 - 3.93; Middle 50% Range
(unweighted 4.0 scale)

SAT

Commonweath Campus: 1110 - 1320; Middle 50% Range
(Students admitted to their first-choice campus)

University Park: 1290 - 1460; Middle 50% Range
(Students admitted to their first-choice campus)

Combined ACT

Commonweath Campus: 24 - 30; Middle 50% Range
(Students admitted to their first-choice campus)

University Park: 29 - 33; Middle 50% Range
(Students admitted to their first-choice campus)

Yearly Costs: PA Students

University Park: $19.7K; In-State Tuition/Fees

Commonwealth Campuses: $15.5K; In-State Tuition/Fees

On-Campus Room & Meals: $13.0K; All Campuses with Housing

Yearly Costs: Out-of-State Students

University Park: $39.6K; Out-of-State Tuition/Fees

Commonwealth Campuses: $26.2K; Out-of-State Tuition/Fees

On-Campus Room & Meals: $13.0K; All Campuses with Housing

Yearly Costs: International Students

University Park: $41.1K; Out-of-State Tuition/Fees

Commonwealth Campuses: $27.6K; Out-of-State Tuition

On-Campus Room & Meals: $13.0K; All Campuses with Housing

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