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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester, Pennsylvania · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$51,013

Acceptance Rate

79%

Graduation Rate

71%

Annual Tuition

$10,687

At a Glance

Total Students

14,067

Retention Rate

84%

Faculty Ratio

20

Financial Aid

54%

Median Debt

$23,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 79.2%. The university enrolls 14,067 students. The average in-state tuition is $10,687. Over 84% of students return for their second year, and the graduation rate is 70.7%.

Graduates of West Chester University of Pennsylvania report a median salary of $50,561 one year after graduation, increasing to $61,258 after ten years. The median debt for students is $23,500, and 53.7% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$51k

5 YEARS

$61k

10 YEARS

Top 30% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, West Chester University alumni earn a median of $50,561. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $51,013. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $61,258. The median debt for graduates is $23,500. Over half of the students, 53.7%, receive financial aid.

West Chester University has a student body of 14,067. The university has a 79.2% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 70.7%, and the retention rate is 84.4%. The annual in-state tuition is $10,687.

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Campus Location

West Chester, Pennsylvania

West Chester, PA 19383

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

West Chester University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 79.2%.