Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver
Public university · Monaca, PA · 482 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
96%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1080–1290
ACT (middle 50%)
24–27
Average net price
$16,063
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,677
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
25%
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 Beaver?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver accepts about 96 of every 100 applicants (96%), 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 1080 and 1290 on the SAT. A score at or above 1290 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1080, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–27.
The latest federal data says Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver 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 Beaver's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,677 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,063 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 $14,440 for PA residents and $24,402 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$14,440
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,402
- Room & board$15,346
- Total cost of attendance$25,677
- Average net price after grants$16,063
Popular majors
Business, Computer Science, Psychology, Criminal Justice.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver FAQ
- What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver's acceptance rate?
- 96% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1080–1290. Aim for 1290 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–27.
- Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver 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 Beaver's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver cost?
- About $25,677 a year before aid; $16,063 on average after grants.
- What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver's FAFSA school code?
- 003329. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver receives your information.
- What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver's graduation rate?
- 25% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- EberlyLemont Furnace, PA | 95% | 1120–1250 | $11,957 | 36% |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New KensingtonNew Kensington, PA | 95% | 1110–1265 | $10,866 | 26% |
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| University of Pittsburgh-JohnstownJohnstown, PA | 95% | 985–1220 | $16,375 | 55% |