Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington
New Kensington, PA · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington
Penn State New Kensington is a commonwealth campus of the Pennsylvania State University located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. The campus has an enrollment of 545 undergraduate students and offers twelve bachelor's degree programs and five associate degree programs as well as four men's and four women's sports. In May 2025, the Board of Trustees of Pennsylvania State University announced the closure of seven of its twenty regional Commonwealth campuses after the Spring 2027 semester, including Penn State New Kensington.
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95%
Acceptance
$18,305
Net price
416
Enrollment
28%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
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
95%
Acceptance rate
1,190
SAT average
—
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$18,305
Average net price
$14,408
In-state tuition
$24,134
Out-of-state tuition
—
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$26,863
Total cost of attendance
32%
Students receiving Pell grants
48%
Students with federal loans
$25,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
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)
28%
Graduation rate
85%
Retention rate
84%
Earn more than a HS grad
$6,101
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
416
Total enrollment
8%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
29%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington FAQ
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington a public or private school?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington is a public institution located in New Kensington, PA.
What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington has an acceptance rate of 95%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington cost?
The average annual net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington is $18,305 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $14,408 in-state and $24,134 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington?
About 28% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington students earn a median of $63,435 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington?
Admitted students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington have an average SAT score of 1,190. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington enrolls about 416 students.
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