Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is a four-years, public school located in Altoona, PA.
The Penn State Altoona's 2024 tuition & fees is $15,944 for Pennsylvania residents and $26,668 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 71% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,140.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 2,577 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is $15,944 for in-state students and $26,668 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,984 for Pennsylvania residents and $26,969 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$15,944$26,668
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$15,984$26,969
The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is 97.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 11.99%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,160.
The average graduation rate is 16%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 2,577 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.
2024 Penn State Altoona Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »97.00% Acceptance Rate / 11.99% Yield
Test Scores »1,160 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »16%
Transfer-out Rate47%
Retention Rate77%(full-time), 40% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio8.33% (12 to 1)
Student Population »2,577 (all undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$10,140

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

You can view the detailed program information by offered type and program.
Penn State Altoona Offered Programs
Vocational Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate 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 Penn State Altoona
Learning Opportunities
ROTCAir Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersNo
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Directory Information

Address3000 Ivyside Park, Altoona, PA 16601-3777
Phone814-949-5000
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-years, public
Carnegie Category
Highest Degree OfferedBachelor's degree
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