Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington
Public university · Abington, PA · 2,877 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
97%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1070–1265
ACT (middle 50%)
23–27
Average net price
$14,429
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,858
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
22%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington accepts about 97 of every 100 applicants (97%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1070 and 1265 on the SAT. A score at or above 1265 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1070, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–27.
The latest federal data says Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,858 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,429 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $15,300 for PA residents and $25,946 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$15,300
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$25,946
- Room & board$15,346
- Total cost of attendance$24,858
- Average net price after grants$14,429
Popular majors
Business, Computer Science, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Health Professions & Nursing.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington FAQ
- What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington's acceptance rate?
- 97% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1070–1265. Aim for 1265 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–27.
- Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington cost?
- About $24,858 a year before aid; $14,429 on average after grants.
- What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington's FAFSA school code?
- 003329. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington receives your information.
- What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington's graduation rate?
- 22% of students finish within six years.
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