Penn State McKeesport is located in McKeesport, PA (a large suburb). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Penn State McKeesport is the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, business and management, computer science and engineering, and therapy and counseling.
Penn State McKeesport does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 405. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 530. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Penn State McKeesport is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
The school had 783 enrolled students in 2007.
More complete details are provided below.
Penn State McKeesport
4000 University Dr
McKeesport, PA 15131-7644
General Phone: (412) 675-9000
http://www.ga.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 35 | business management, business |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 24 | information science |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Media | 9 | communication studies |
| Liberal Arts | 4 | liberal arts and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Penn State McKeesport in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 84 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 2 |
In 2007, Penn State McKeesport had a total enrollment of 783 students (721 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 57% |
| Women | 43% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 52% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Penn State McKeesport offers campus housing for 213 of its 721 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of McKeesport, 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 | 540 | 454 | 84% | 230 | 51% |
| Men | 302 | 249 | 82% | 130 | 52% |
| Women | 238 | 205 | 86% | 100 | 49% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 405 | 525 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 20 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 24 |
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 | 92% |
| 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 | $ 11,006 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,506 |
| Room and board | $ 7,740 |
| Room charge | $ 3,820 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,930 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,168 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,456 |
Financial Aid:
Penn State McKeesport participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332910)
Penn State McKeesport has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 8 | 6 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 5 | $94,072 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 3 | $70,074 | 3 | $64,479 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $67,217 | 5 | $62,370 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $57,845 | 7 | $44,270 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 18 | $72,029 | 17 | $56,985 |
*: 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
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Penn State McKeesport Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
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
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