Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003327
- Phone: (717) 477-7447
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
70.65%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
21:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
42FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,153Average 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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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (Ship)
1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Slippery Rock, PA, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at SRU is nearly eight thousand per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Engineering Technology
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1380 - 1630 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 - 24 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to SRU. SRU has an admissions rate of around 67 percent of which only 39 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $9,400 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $13,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $6,700 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to view more about this school may visit their website at http://www.sru.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Ship 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
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is around 8,800 students, with undergraduate students making up about 85% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,600. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $30 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $7,700-$9,300
- Out-of-State: $12,000-$13,890
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $320-$390 per unit
- Out-of-State: $480-$580 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 58% | $6,019 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 80% | $8,913 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania may offer student services like:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dance Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
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.
Get more information about the programs offered by Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 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
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B, C)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Special Education (B, D, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Public Health (B, M)
- Nursing (B)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Music Therapy (B, M)
History
- History (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (M)
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Geography (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Dance (B)
- Music (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.
- Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Beaver in Altoona, PA (29 miles away)
- Clarion University of Pennsylvania in Tarentum, PA (36 miles away)
- University of Pittsburgh - Titusville in Pittsburgh, PA (44 miles away)
- Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Greater Allegheny in University Park, PA (51 miles away)
- Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in Saint Davids, PA (56 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003327
- Phone: (717) 477-7447
- School Homepage