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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks, also referred to as Penn State Berks, is a public institution located in Reading, Pennsylvania, United States. It was established in the year 1958. The campus has 15 buildings which spread across an area of more than 240 acres. The institute offers more than 10 baccalaureate degrees, several associate degrees, and other minor degrees in various fields of study.
Penn State Berks maintains an active athletic life. The team mascot is called the Nittany Lion. The men’s and women’s teams compete in the NCAA Division III. They participate in varsity sports such as volleyball, cross country, hockey, rugby, golf, baseball, tennis, soccer, softball, and basketball. The institution also hosts club sports including bowling, ice hockey, and cheerleading.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks can be found in Reading, PA (a medium-sized suburb). The school is a public institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks.
The most common majors at the school are in business and management, computer science and engineering, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 420 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 430 to 560, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at the school are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 2,824 students were enrolled in Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks.
Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks student athletes compete in Other competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks
Tulpehocken Rd
Reading, PA 19610-1016
General Phone: (610) 396-6000
http://www.bk.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 64 | business |
| Liberal Arts | 44 | technical and business writing, foreign language and literature, liberal arts and sciences, American studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 32 | occupational therapist assistant, exercise science |
| Engineering Technician | 30 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Engineering | 19 | electrical engineering |
| Education and Teaching | 18 | elementary school teaching |
| Therapy and Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 17 | information science |
| Science | 13 | biological and physical sciences |
| Hospitality | 12 | hospitality administration |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 1 | agricultural business |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 193 | 11 |
| Associate's degree | 74 | 8 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks had a total enrollment of 2,824 students (2,731 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 60% |
| Women | 40% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 96% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 56% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 40 % |
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks offers campus housing for 804 of its 2,731 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Reading, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,354 | 2,532 | 75% | 929 | 37% |
| Men | 1,799 | 1,364 | 76% | 555 | 41% |
| Women | 1,555 | 1,168 | 75% | 374 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 94% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 5% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,282 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,370 |
| Room and board | $ 8,262 |
| Room charge | $ 4,830 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,160 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,510 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332906)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 31 | 18 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 8 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 19 | 27 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $84,355 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $84,355 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $84,255 | 4 | $77,841 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 19 | $71,882 | 13 | $71,691 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $65,137 | 9 | $56,982 |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $52,219 | 9 | $46,234 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 9 | $57,309 | 16 | $55,301 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 58 | $66,550 | 51 | $59,943 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Other |
| Baseball | Other |
| Track | Other |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, Other
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Technical and Business Writing
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapist Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State Berks Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) NCAA athletic conference member
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