Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Penn State
University Park, Pennsylvania 16802-1503
Campus Vibe
Known for business — major research university
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is a public institution in University Park with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1316, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 41.9K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
86% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,435 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $32,598.
News & Alerts
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1316
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$32,598
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
6000.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
318
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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Varsity Sports
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from PA state average + city premium