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Penn State Altoona

Scholarship

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QS —Times —US News #263
Pennsylvania, USA$32,000/year40% Acceptance Rate

Penn State Altoona is located in the United States. Rankings: US News #263. Undergraduate tuition about $32,000/year; acceptance rate about 98%. Care4YA score 48.2.

Care4YA Index

Model-estimated

48.2/100

Score estimated by model — for reference only.

Dimension Scores

Outcomes

28.6

Resources

51.5

Selectivity

22.1

Affordability

38.0

Methodology vcare4ya-a1

Penn State Altoona is accessible and welcoming, offering a transformative experience through its top STEM programs in Biology, Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and Rail Transportation Engineering. With a comprehensive selection of bachelor’s programs—including Business Administration, Accounting, Communications, Criminal Justice, Elementary and Kindergarten Education, and Kinesiology—the school provides a focused, supportive environment where students can thrive in both the sciences and humanities. Its loyal following reflects the real-world success of graduates from these rigorous programs. For example, the Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations program boasts exceptional job placement rates within six months of graduation, while Biology majors achieve high acceptance rates into graduate and professional schools. The Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering programs consistently produce industry-ready graduates through applied, hands-on research. Rail Transportation Engineering leverages specialized industry partnerships for practical training, and Environmental Studies students utilize local ecosystems for immersive fieldwork. These outcomes underscore the school’s commitment to student success across all disciplines.

Campus location

Marker shows approximate campus location

Deadline

January 5

Intake

September

Living Cost

$16,000

At a Glance

Enrollment

2,507

Undergraduate

2,507

Student–faculty ratio (university)

13:1

6-Year Graduation Rate

17.2%

Retention Rate

79.5%

Avg Net Price / Year

$22,213

Median Earnings

$63,435

International Students

4.6%

Source: college_scorecard · 2026 data — for reference only

Regional college

Admission data reference

Reviewed dataset — always confirm on the official website.
TOEFL guideline
80
IELTS guideline
6
SAT mid-50%
1070–1290
Acceptance rate (data)
98.1%
Data source
IPEDS_2023 (Data year 2023)

Programs Offered

Grouped by college · 23 programs

Unsorted

  • Accounting

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • BiologySTEM

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Business

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Business Administration, A.S.

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Communications

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Criminal Justice

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Criminal Justice, A.S.

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Cybersecurity Analytics and OperationsSTEM

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Electro-Mechanical Engineering TechnologySTEM

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Elementary and Kindergarten Education

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • English

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Environmental Studies

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • History

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Infor

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Kinesiology

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Mechanical EngineeringSTEM

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Multidisciplinary Studies

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Multidisciplinary Studies, A.A.

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Psychology

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Rail Transportation EngineeringSTEM

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Science, A.S.

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Security and Risk Analysis

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28
  • Visual Art Studies

    Admitted profile

    University · 2023
    SAT Mid-50%1070–1290
    ACT Mid-50%22–28

Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL 80
  • Personal Statement
  • Recommendation Letters

Tuition (USD)

$32,000/year

Tuition (CNY)

¥227,200/year

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