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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College

Erie, PA · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb

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About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College

Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, officially Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College and often shortened to Penn State Behrend, is a public satellite campus of Penn State University and is located near Erie, Pennsylvania. It is among the largest of Penn State's commonwealth campuses, with about 4,400 students enrolled in Behrend programs on campus and online. The college offers more than 40 undergraduate majors in four academic schools: The Sam and Irene Black School of Business, the School of Engineering, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the School of Science, which includes the Nursing Program. Penn State Behrend also offers five master's degrees, as well as a range of continuing education trainings through its Community and Workforce Programs.

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97%

Acceptance

$24,558

Net price

3,240

Enrollment

44%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B

Affordability

Average net price after aid

D

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C+

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

97%

Acceptance rate

1,228

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading560650
SAT Math560660
ACT Composite2531

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$24,558

Average net price

$15,972

In-state tuition

$26,958

Out-of-state tuition

$14,474

Room & board

$1,200

Books & supplies

$34,081

Total cost of attendance

29%

Students receiving Pell grants

55%

Students with federal loans

$25,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$16,092
$30–48K
$17,884
$48–75K
$20,539
$75–110K
$26,914
$110K+
$29,692

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

After Graduation

$63,435

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$55,620

Median earnings (6 yrs)

44%

Graduation rate

83%

Retention rate

84%

Earn more than a HS grad

$4,725

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

3,240

Total enrollment

3%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

29%

First-generation

Gender balance

38% women
62% men

Race & ethnicity

White
75%
Asian
5%
Hispanic
5%
Black
4%
Two or more races
4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College FAQ

Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College a public or private school?

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College is a public institution located in Erie, PA.

What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College?

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College has an acceptance rate of 97%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College cost?

The average annual net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College is $24,558 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $15,972 in-state and $26,958 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College?

About 44% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College students earn a median of $63,435 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College?

Admitted students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College have an average SAT score of 1,228. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College?

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College enrolls about 3,240 students.

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