Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
University Park, Pennsylvania · Public
Avg Earnings (5yr)
$55,620
Acceptance Rate
54%
Graduation Rate
84%
Annual Tuition
$20,234
At a Glance
Total Students
41,862
Retention Rate
92%
Faculty Ratio
15
Financial Aid
40%
Median Debt
$25,000
Campus Setting
City
Institution Type
Public
Institution Overview
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is a large public university with over 41,000 students. The university has a 54.2% acceptance rate and a high retention rate of 92%. The graduation rate is 84.4%. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and nearly 40% of students receive financial aid.
The university's in-state tuition is $20,234. One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $54,468. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $55,620, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $63,435.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
Earning Projection Over Time
$54k
1 YEAR
$56k
5 YEARS
$63k
10 YEARS
Graduate Outcomes
One year after graduation, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus graduates earn a median salary of $54,468. After five years, median earnings are $55,620. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $63,435. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.
The university has a high retention rate of 92% and an 84.4% graduation rate. The university's acceptance rate is 54.2%. Almost 40% of students receive financial aid.
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Campus Location
University Park, Pennsylvania
University Park, PA 16802-1503
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is located in University Park, Pennsylvania. The campus is in a city setting.