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Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus is a public institution in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Popularly known as Penn State Fayette, it was established in 1965 and is situated on a 100 acre campus. It offers certificates, associate’s, bachelor's, and master's degree in business, arts, science, technology, and nursing. The divisions of the institution are as follows:
Penn State Fayette participates in the Penn State University Athletic Conference and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association. The athletic teams are nicknamed the Roaring Lions. It has baseball, basketball and golf, volleyball, and softball teams. The university has many clubs and organizations such as the Human Development and Family Studies Association, the Paranormal Society, Women in Science, Engineering, and Technology, Alpha Psi Beta, and the Equestrian Team.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus is located in Uniontown, PA (a small suburb). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus is the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in engineering technician, family and social work, and security and law enforcement.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 400. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 400 and 520.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus had 1,119 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus
One University Dr, Route 119 North
Uniontown, PA 15401-0519
General Phone: (724) 430-4100
http://www.fe.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 49 | registered nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 34 | criminal justice and safety |
| Engineering Technician | 28 | mining tech, electronics tech, architectural engineering tech, construction engineering tech |
| Business and Management | 28 | business management, business |
| Liberal Arts | 27 | liberal arts and sciences, English |
| Family and Social Work | 26 | family studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | information science |
| Engineering | 1 | manufacturing engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 110 | 10 |
| Bachelor's degree | 86 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus had a total enrollment of 1,119 students (947 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 32% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 76 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Uniontown, 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 | 605 | 542 | 90% | 246 | 45% |
| Men | 288 | 265 | 92% | 127 | 48% |
| Women | 317 | 277 | 87% | 119 | 43% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 400 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 520 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 21 |
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 | 83% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 8% |
| 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 | $ 11,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,490 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332908)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 14 | 4 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 3 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 16 | 16 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: 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 | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 11 | $71,781 | 3 | $64,164 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $71,242 | 4 | $52,920 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $51,597 | 14 | $51,351 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 5 | $53,870 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 34 | $63,442 | 22 | $55,785 |
*: 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
ENGINEERING
Manufacturing Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mining Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State Fayette Eberly Campus Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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