Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Dallas, PA · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Penn State Wilkes-Barre is a commonwealth campus of Pennsylvania State University located in Lehman Township, Pennsylvania. The campus was established in 1916, but in May 2025 Penn State officials announced it would close after the Spring 2027 semester, citing low enrollment and financial losses.
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97%
Acceptance
$16,448
Net price
313
Enrollment
23%
Grad rate
Report Card
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
97%
Acceptance rate
1,200
SAT average
—
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$16,448
Average net price
$14,280
In-state tuition
$24,006
Out-of-state tuition
—
Room & board
$1,200
Books & supplies
$25,994
Total cost of attendance
39%
Students receiving Pell grants
54%
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)
23%
Graduation rate
81%
Retention rate
84%
Earn more than a HS grad
$5,378
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
313
Total enrollment
8%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
29%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre FAQ
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre a public or private school?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre is a public institution located in Dallas, PA.
What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre has an acceptance rate of 97%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre cost?
The average annual net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre is $16,448 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $14,280 in-state and $24,006 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre?
About 23% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre students earn a median of $63,435 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre?
Admitted students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre have an average SAT score of 1,200. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre enrolls about 313 students.
Campus
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