Penn State University Ranking & Overview 2024

Name
Acronym	PSU
Founded	1855
Motto	Making life better
Colours	Blue and white
Mascot	Nittany Lion
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Video Presentation	n.a.; please submit an official Penn State University general video presentation.

Address	201 Old Main University Park 16802-1589 Pennsylvania United States
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	+1 (814) 865 4700
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Other locations	Abington, Logan Township, Monaca, Spring Township, Media, DuBois, Erie, Uniontown, McKeesport, Middletown, Hazleton, Fogelsville, Mont Alto, New Kensington, Schuylkill Haven, Sharon, Lehman, Dunmore, York, Carlisle, Malvern, Hershey and Williamsport

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Penn State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Penn State University's academic range and degree level offering.

Penn State University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Penn State University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Penn State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Penn State University.

Penn State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)	over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro)
International students	over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro)	over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Penn State University's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.

Admission Information

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Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).

Admission Selection

Has Penn State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

Admission Rate

Penn State University's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.

Admission Requirements

- Secondary school GPA is required
- Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
- Secondary school record is required
- Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
- Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
- Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
- Admission test scores are required
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) are neither required nor recommended

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Admission Office
201 Shields Building
University Park 16802-1503
(814) 865 5471

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Penn State University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Size and Profile

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Student Enrollment

Penn State University has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 4,000-4,499 academic employees (Faculty).

Control Type

Penn State University is a public higher education institution.

Entity Type

Penn State University is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.

Land Grant

This institution is a land-grant university and has a special focus on promoting education and research in agriculture, engineering and other related fields. Land-grant universities are also well known to have a high commitment to public service and outreach.

Religious Affiliation

Penn State University does not have any religious affiliation.

Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States... learn more

The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

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Basic Classification	Doctoral 麻豆原创: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting	Four-year, large, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile	High undergraduate

Undergraduate Profile	Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program	Professions plus arts & sciences, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program	Professions plus arts & sciences, no graduate coexistence

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

University Facilities

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University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus's library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2018 the library has reported 3,325,427 physical volumes, 2,241,752 physical media, 266,350 digital/electronic medium and 869 licensed digital/electronic databases. Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus's library has 27 branches.

University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

Penn State University provides on-campus housing. The total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 14,039 students in the 2018 academic year.

Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.

University Services

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Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Penn State University's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Penn State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1921

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission
Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
Council on Education for Public Health
Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
American Society of Landscape Architects, Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board
Liaison Committee on Medical Education
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Penn State University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Affiliations and Memberships

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American Association of State Colleges and 麻豆原创 (AASCU)
Association of Public and Land-Grant 麻豆原创 (APLU)
Association of American 麻豆原创 (AAU)
Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA)
National Athletic Association (NAA)
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

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Academic Structure

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global

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