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FINANCIAL AID RATE

94%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,873

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill

1600 Woodland Road, Abington, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill, a public institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Schuylkill Haven, PA, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 1,000 students enroll at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill yearly.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

  • Psychology
  • Radiology Technician
  • Criminal Justice
  • Business Administration

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill. A score within the range of 1140 - 1450 on the SAT, or 14 - 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill admits about 80% of applicants. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 51% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.psu.edu.

Tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $14,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $6,100 for the year. Students attending Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students who wish to see more about this school may visit their website at http://www.sl.psu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill offers an associate's degree program in liberal arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female1

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic1
White2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

    • Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 890
      • Average Annual Salary: $71060
    • Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 130
      • Average Annual Salary: $74040

    Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

    Admission Requirements & Details

    The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill accepts. The details may include 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
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    Academics & Student Services

    Student Services

    To support students and graduates, Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill may provide student services including:

    • Distance learning
    • Remedial courses
    • Career path counseling
    • Work study style employment

    Intercollegiate Athletics

    Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Schuylkill is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). The most popular sports played are listed below:

    • Baseball
    • Basketball
    • Track and Field
    • Golf
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Volleyball