West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester University of Pennsylvania (WCU) is a Public, 4 or more years school located in West Chester, PA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The 2019 tuition & fees at West Chester University of Pennsylvania is $10,412 for Pennsylvania residents and $22,236 for out-of-state students. 6,263 students (43.34% of the enrolled undergraduate students) have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $5,813 at WCU. The school has a total enrollment of 17,306 and student to faculty ratio is 5.26% (19 to 1).
Directory Information
| Address | University Avenue and High Street, West Chester, PA 19383 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 610-436-1000 |
| WEB | www.wcupa.edu |
| Admission | www.wcupa.edu/_admissions/sch_adm/ |
| Online Application | https://www.wcupa.edu/_admissions/sch_adm/applynow/ |
| Financial Aid | www.wcupa.edu/_services/fin_aid/ |
| Net Price Calculator | www.passhe.edu/answers/Calculator/WE/npcalc-216764.htm |
| Veterans Tuition | www.wcupa.edu/_services/fin_aid/veterans.aspx |
| Athletic | www.wcupagoldenrams.com/sports/2007/7/4/Compliance.aspx |
| Disability Service | www.wcupa.edu/viceProvost/ussss/ossd/ |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
2019 Tuition & Fees and 2020 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2019 tuition and fees are $10,412 for in-state students and $22,236 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2019 tuition and fees are $15,103 for in-state students and $21,295 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2020 tuition & fees are $10,621 for Pennsylvania residents and $22,801 for out-of-state students. The estimated 2020 graduate school tuition & fees are $15,085 for Pennsylvania residents and $21,758 for out-of-state students.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation of the school is $51,200.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,412 | $22,236 |
| Graduate | $15,103 | $21,295 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,621 | $22,801 |
| Graduate | $15,085 | $21,758 |
The estimation for 2019-2020 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2019 Key Stats
The Acceptance ratio at West Chester University of Pennsylvania is 74% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 31%. The average graduation rate is 73%. Total 17,306 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Acceptance Rate » | 74% |
|---|---|
| Yield (Enrollment Rate) » | 31% |
| Graduation Rate » | 73% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 20% |
| Retention Rate | 85%(full-time), 23% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.26% (19 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 17,306 (14,451 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,813 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $51,200 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs which designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers . Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
WCU provides a number of student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of West Chester University of Pennsylvania.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 5,141 |
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