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West Chester University of Pennsylvania
WCU
West Chester, Pennsylvania 19383
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public institution in West Chester with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1184, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 14.1K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
70% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,258 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,673.
Established
1871
Mascot
Rammy
Type
Public research university
Division
Division II
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79%Acceptance
1184SAT Avg
14,067Students
20:1Student:Faculty
70%Grad Rate
$61,258Earnings 10yr
$22,673Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate79.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1184
Reading & WritingMid: 585
560640
MathMid: 575
540630
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2428
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,687
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,511
Room & Board$12,474
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$27,559
Average Net Price$22,673
Median Debt at Graduation$23,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$249
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$16,800
$30–48K$17,340
$48–75K$20,275
$75–110K$24,846
$110K+$26,575
Programs (142)
Student Body
Undergrads
14,067
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
28%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%
Race & Ethnicity
White 74%
Black 11%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate69.8%
Freshman Retention84.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$51,013
8 Years$58,013
10 Years$61,258
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$47,600
Men
$56,700
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Source: Wikipedia