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 2022 tuition & fees of West Chester University of Pennsylvania is $10,471 for Pennsylvania residents and $22,295 for out-of-state students. 57% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grants or scholarships and the average aid amount is $5,500.
The school has a total enrollment of 17,719 and the student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation is $51,200. The salary range after graduation from WCU varies by field of study and the average salary range $22,500 to $68,500.
NEWS and UPDATE
[2022-04-14] Students At Pennsylvania's State-owned Universities Will See A Tuition Freeze For The Fourth Straight Year
The State System of Higher Education board of governors Thursday approved a freeze across the 89,000-student system that is unprecedented in its history, locking in rates that have been in place since 2018-19. Students will continue to pay $7,716 in base tuition for 2022-23, and the technology fee will also remain unchanged a $478.... source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Directory Information
| Address | University Avenue and High Street, West Chester, PA 19383 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 610-436-1000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Sevices |
| 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 |
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of West Chester University of Pennsylvania are $10,471 for in-state students and $22,295 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $11,898 for in-state students and $16,758 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees are $10,519 for Pennsylvania residents and $22,343 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees are $11,898 for Pennsylvania residents and $16,758 for out-of-state students.
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $51,200. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Computer and Information Sciences program shows the highest salary with $68,500 after graduating.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,471 | $22,295 |
| Graduate | $11,898 | $16,758 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: March 14, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,519 | $22,343 |
| Graduate | $11,898 | $16,758 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2022 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at West Chester University of Pennsylvania is 86% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 25%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,095.
The average graduation rate is 75%. Total 17,719 students are attending 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 the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 86% Acceptance Rate / 25% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,095 SAT / 23 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 75% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 17% |
| Retention Rate | 85%(full-time), 45% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.00% (20 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 17,719 (14,712 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $5,500 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $51,200 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $22,500 - $68,500 |
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 designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The 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 several 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 |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of West Chester University of Pennsylvania. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 5,141. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $3,700.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 5,141 |
