Pennsylvania Western University
Public university · California, PA · 7,451 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
94%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
940–1140
ACT (middle 50%)
17–25
Average net price
$17,839
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,786
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
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 Western University?
Pennsylvania Western University accepts about 94 of every 100 applicants (94%), 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 940 and 1140 on the SAT. A score at or above 1140 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 940, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 17–25.
The latest federal data says Pennsylvania Western University 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 Western University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Pennsylvania Western University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,786 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $17,839 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 $12,075 for PA residents and $17,006 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$12,075
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$17,006
- Room & board$12,990
- Total cost of attendance$26,786
- Average net price after grants$17,839
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Pennsylvania Western University FAQ
- What is Pennsylvania Western University's acceptance rate?
- 94% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Pennsylvania Western University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 940–1140. Aim for 1140 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Pennsylvania Western University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 17–25.
- Is Pennsylvania Western University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Pennsylvania Western University 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 Western University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Pennsylvania Western University cost?
- About $26,786 a year before aid; $17,839 on average after grants.
- What is Pennsylvania Western University's FAFSA school code?
- 003316. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Pennsylvania Western University receives your information.
- What is Pennsylvania Western University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
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