Public Schools

Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania, USA

Pennsylvania State University–University Park is a public institution that was founded in 1855. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 40,541, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 8,556 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. The land-grant institution, which originally was offered state land in exchange for agricultural courses and research, offers highly ranked graduate programs through the College of Education and the College of Engineering.

Quick Facts

The Pennsylvania State University is a public, land-grant, research-intensive university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania. Founded in 1855, the university has a stated threefold mission of teaching, research, and public service.

Bachelor’s, Master’s degrees, Professional Education, Continuing Studies
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Established
1855
School Type
Public
Students
Male-53%, Female-47%
Tuition & Fees
Tuition - $31,346

Room and board - $10,920
Test Score
Average SAT - 1200 / 1600

Minimum - TOEFL 79 / IELTS 6.5
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate - 51.3%