Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington (Penn State)
Public four-year university in New Kensington, PA that costs an average of $10,866 a year after financial aid, admits 95% of applicants and graduates 26% of full-time students.
PublicRural (fringe)416 undergraduates
Cost of Penn State
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $20,628 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $14,440 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $24,402 |
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| Average net price after aid | $10,866 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $4,503 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $5,022 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $7,807 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $13,155 |
| $110,001+ | $16,916 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Penn State's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 95% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,190 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 580–625 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 530–640 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 26% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 85% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $60,829 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $71,762 |
| Rank in Pennsylvania (earnings) | 30th of 113 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $24,500 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $278 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 41% |
| Students with federal loans | 54% |
Majors and programs at Penn State
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (9)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 15 | $82,877 | $23,749 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | 15 | $71,604 | $26,730 |
| Information Science/Studies | 17 | $68,240 | $23,500 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | 10 | $63,116 | $23,074 |
| Business/Commerce | 26 | $52,236 | $23,873 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 8 | $45,444 | $22,488 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 14 | $44,357 | $25,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 14 | $41,573 | $24,180 |
| Psychology | 7 | $37,593 | $23,642 |
Certificate programs (3)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Management Information Systems and Services | 7 | $65,324 | $26,000 |
| Business/Commerce | 1 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 1 | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (4)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 11 | $61,201 | $13,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | $39,818 | $16,000 |
| Business/Commerce | 5 | $38,044 | $13,687 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | 10 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Pennsylvania
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyney University of Pennsylvania | Cheyney | $12,255 | — | $43,275 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly | Lemont Furnace | $11,957 | 95% | $71,762 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver | Monaca | $16,063 | 96% | $71,762 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois | DuBois | $11,531 | 97% | $71,762 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny | McKeesport | $14,194 | 96% | $71,762 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton | Hazleton | $14,209 | 96% | $71,762 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre | Dallas | $10,521 | 97% | $71,762 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto | Mont Alto | $16,748 | 98% | $71,762 |
About Penn State
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | New Kensington, PA |
| Setting | Rural (fringe) |
| Undergraduates | 416 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 9 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Middle States Commission on Higher Education |
| Website | newkensington.psu.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is Penn State's acceptance rate?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington admits 95% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,190 on the SAT.
How much does Penn State cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $20,628 a year (tuition and fees: $14,440 in-state, $24,402 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $10,866 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $4,503.
How much do Penn State graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $71,762 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 30th of 113 similar colleges in Pennsylvania. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($82,877 a year after graduation).
What is Penn State's graduation rate?
26% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 85% of first-year students return for a second year.