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Pennsylvania State University-Dubois was established in 1935 as the Dubois Center of Pennsylvania State College. In 1955, Pennsylvania State College became Pennsylvania State University, and the Dubois Center was designated as its Commonwealth Campus in 1959. Penn State-Dubois is located in Dubois, Pennsylvania.
Penn State-Dubois offers more than 10 associate's degree programs, along with bachelor's degree programs in business administration, human development, and family studies. In addition, a master's degree is available through its continuing education courses.
Penn State-Dubois sponsors varsity athletics teams in basketball, volleyball, cross country, soccer, and wrestling. The university is a member of the United States Collegiate Athletic Association and the Penn State University Athletic Conference.
The campus of Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois is in Dubois, PA, which is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in business and management, engineering technician, family and social work, therapy and counseling, and conservation and resource management.
Admission at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 415 and 545.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois had 897 students enrolled (811 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois
One College Place
Dubois, PA 15801-2597
General Phone: (814) 375-4700
http://www.ds.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Family and Social Work | 35 | family studies |
| Business and Management | 28 | business management, business |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 15 | wildlife management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 14 | physical therapist assistant |
| Liberal Arts | 13 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 8 | information science |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 8 | occupational therapist assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 7 | mechanical engineering tech, surveying tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 77 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 51 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois had a total enrollment of 897 students (811 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 61% |
| Women | 39% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 34% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of DuBois, 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 | 539 | 472 | 88% | 228 | 48% |
| Men | 286 | 253 | 88% | 139 | 55% |
| Women | 253 | 219 | 87% | 89 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 415 | 545 |
| ACT Verbal | 11 | 17 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 20 |
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 | 76% |
| 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 | $ 11,680 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,470 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332907)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 11 | 3 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 1 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 17 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $61,200 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 6 | $59,508 |
*: 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 | 4 | $86,272 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $68,379 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $65,973 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $60,161 | 10 | $50,333 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 24 | $67,636 | 15 | $56,192 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Occupational Therapist Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State Dubois Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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