General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State York prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State York

200 University Drive, Schuylkill Haven, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in York, Pennsylvania and publically funded. Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York has a yearly student enrollment of about 1,500.

A list of some of the popular programs are:

• Business Administration
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Electrical Engineering
• Commerce
• Communications

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York. Scores in a range of 19 - 22 on the ACT or 1270 - 1610 on the SAT are required to increase the chance of acceptance. This school accepts about 80 percent of students applying yearly. Of those students admitted, around 30 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $14,000 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 annually. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – Penn State York has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

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

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