West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Public university · West Chester, PA · 14,164 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
78%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1100–1270
ACT (middle 50%)
24–28
Average net price
$24,778
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$30,531
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
68%
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 West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
West Chester University of Pennsylvania accepts about 78 of every 100 applicants (78%), 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 1100 and 1270 on the SAT. A score at or above 1270 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1100, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 24–28.
The latest federal data says West Chester University of Pennsylvania 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 West Chester University of Pennsylvania's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does West Chester University of Pennsylvania cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $30,531 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $24,778 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 $11,464 for PA residents and $23,876 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,464
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,876
- Room & board$15,268
- Total cost of attendance$30,531
- Average net price after grants$24,778
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Psychology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
West Chester University of Pennsylvania FAQ
- What is West Chester University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?
- 78% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1100–1270. Aim for 1270 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 24–28.
- Is West Chester University of Pennsylvania test-optional?
- The latest federal data says West Chester University of Pennsylvania 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 West Chester University of Pennsylvania's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does West Chester University of Pennsylvania cost?
- About $30,531 a year before aid; $24,778 on average after grants.
- What is West Chester University of Pennsylvania's FAFSA school code?
- 003328. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so West Chester University of Pennsylvania receives your information.
- What is West Chester University of Pennsylvania's graduation rate?
- 68% of students finish within six years.
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