Penn State World Campus Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 91.15%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1230. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $15,356
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,356
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Penn State World Campus:
- Total Enrollment: 13,774, including 13,623 online students
- 8,051 Undergraduate, 5,723 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 50.5% men, 49.5% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 34%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 1%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 66%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 197 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 71 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 48 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Penn State World Campus Overview
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus (Penn State World Campus) is a four-year, public school located in University Park, PA.
The Penn State World Campus's tuition & fees is $15,356 for Pennsylvania residents and $15,356 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 59% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,958.
The school has a total enrollment of 13,774 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
Penn State World Campus's acceptance rate is 91.15% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 30.86%. The median SAT score is 1230 and the ACT score is 29.
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is $15,356 for in-state students and $15,356 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $24,650 for in-state students and $24,650 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,510 for Pennsylvania residents and $15,510 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $24,896 for Pennsylvania residents and $24,896 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,356 | $15,356 |
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| Graduate | $24,650 | $24,650 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,510 | $15,510 |
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| Graduate | $24,896 | $24,896 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Penn State World Campus
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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