WCU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 78.40%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1180. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,775
- Out-of-State Tuition: $22,599
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at WCU:
- Total Enrollment: 17,171, including 1,838 online students
- 14,449 Undergraduate, 2,722 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 40.2% men, 59.8% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 71%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 17%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 83%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 163 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 21 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 45 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
WCU Overview
West Chester University of Pennsylvania (WCU) is a four-year, public school located in West Chester, PA. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The WCU's tuition & fees is $10,775 for Pennsylvania residents and $22,599 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 61% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,081.
The school has a total enrollment of 17,171 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
WCU's acceptance rate is 78.40% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.42%. The median SAT score is 1180 and the ACT score is 27.
WCU ranked 50th in Pennsylvania Colleges rankings. West Chester University of Pennsylvania is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of West Chester University of Pennsylvania is $10,775 for in-state students and $22,599 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,652 for in-state students and $17,512 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,865 for Pennsylvania residents and $22,687 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,741 for Pennsylvania residents and $17,600 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,775 | $22,599 |
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| Graduate | $12,652 | $17,512 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,865 | $22,687 |
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| Graduate | $12,741 | $17,600 |
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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
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 designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at WCU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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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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