Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA | admissions.psu.edu
Penn State is a top-ranked research university and Pennsylvania’s sole land-grant institution, founded with a mission of high-quality teaching, expert research, and global service. Our long tradition of academic excellence, investment in student success, and commitment to providing unrivaled opportunities make the University a great place to study, but it is the pride and dedication of our students, faculty, and staff that make it truly exceptional. Penn State offers over 275 majors, 1,200 clubs and organizations, Division I and Division III sports, and a large and powerful alumni base. Our 20 campuses provide our students the opportunity to tailor their Penn State experience for their perfect fit, but we are ONE University. Discover how your Penn State years will not only shape your academic and career pursuits, but will broaden your perspective, establish life-long connections, and set the stage for experiences you cannot even begin to imagine. WE ARE!
Representatives
Ysabel Sarte
She/Her/Hers
California Regional Recruiter
(814) 865-5471
ysarte@psu.edu
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Rural
Closest Airport (Distance)
SCE (5 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
80,000 / 90,000
Average Class Size
No Answer
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
16:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
35% / 30% / 9%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Big 10
Mid-Range ACT / SAT
28 - 33 / 1270 - 1450
Mid-Range GPA
3.59 - 3.93
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: University Recalculated
Scholarships: University Recalculated
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
120,000 / No Answer (No Answer)
Deposits
16,000
Applications Accepted
Common App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? Sometimes
Admission Interview? No
Need-blind Admission? No
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Action: Nov 1
After: Rolling Admission
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: July 31
Spring: Dec 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
FAFSA priority filing deadline of Dec 1, but no final deadline
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
FAFSA required, but no specific deadline
Link to Scholarship Info
admissions.psu.edu/costs-aid/scholarships
Points of Pride
Penn State is ranked in the Top 1% of universities globally.
Penn State has an alumni base of over 700,000, with active alumni chapters in every state in the US and throughout the world!
Penn State has over 1,200 student clubs and organizations, as well as over 300 study abroad programs. Our students stay active, engaged, and have fun far beyond the classroom!