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FINANCIAL AID RATE

81%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,044

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Altoona

2809 Saucon Valley Road, Center Valley, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Altoona is a public institution located in Altoona, PA and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately four thousand students are enrolled per year at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Altoona.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including:

  • Commerce
  • Nursing
  • Criminal Justice
  • Electrical Engineering

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score in a range of 1340 to 1630 on the SAT, or 20 to 24 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school accepts about 80% of students applying annually. Of those students accepted, around 32% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.psu.edu.

The tuition at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Altoona varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $15,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $22,000 per year. The price of on-campus housing is around $5,200 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Altoona through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Golf (NCAA Division III)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.aa.psu.edu/.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Altoona accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Altoona has a total student population of about 3,200, where graduate students make up roughly 35% of the student body.

$21,900

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $21,900. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $65 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Tuition estimates per year:
    • In-State: $14,000-$17,000
    • Out-of-State: $24,000-$28,710
  • Charges for part-time students are:
    • In-State: $590-$710 per unit
    • Out-of-State: $1,000-$1,200 per unit

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid81%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships59%$7,821
Receiving Student Loans65%$9,127
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Altoona may provide services to students like:

  • Distance learning
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Altoona is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference)
  • Basketball (Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Altoona by clicking the request information to the right.

(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)

  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences

  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics and Statistics

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