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Students attend Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley in Fogelsville, PA, a large suburb. The school is a public institution. Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in business and management, computer science and engineering, and therapy and counseling.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 420. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 570.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 801 students at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley
8380 Mohr Ln
Fogelsville, PA 18051-1918
General Phone: (610) 285-5000
http://www.an.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 47 | business |
| Therapy and Counseling | 14 | psychology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 11 | information science |
| Education and Teaching | 4 | elementary school teaching |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Liberal Arts | 3 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Science | 2 | biological and physical sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 74 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 10 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley had a total enrollment of 801 students (728 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 64% |
| Women | 36% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 91% |
| Graduate | 9% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 46% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 908 | 722 | 80% | 243 | 34% |
| Men | 511 | 410 | 80% | 155 | 38% |
| Women | 397 | 312 | 79% | 88 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
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 | 6% |
| 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 | $ 11,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,540 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332902)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 5 | 9 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 4 |
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $86,520 | 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 | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 3 | $63,832 | 7 | $72,211 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $63,279 | 5 | $62,242 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $50,081 | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $58,998 | 16 | $66,388 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State Lehigh Valley Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
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 Has ROTC (army)
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