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Pennsylvania State University-New Kensington was established in 1958. Its campus is spread across 72 acres of land in New Kensington, Pennsylvania.
Penn State-New Kensington offers associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs. Students can choose from over 160 majors in the fields of business administration, sciences, nursing, applied psychology, information sciences and technology, organizational leadership, and teacher education. Several continuing education courses and international programs are also available.
The athletics department of Penn State-New Kensington sponsors intercollegiate basketball, golf, soccer, softball, wrestling, and volleyball teams, which compete in the United State Collegiate Athletic Association, and the Penn State University Athletic Conference.
Students attend Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington in Upper Burrell, PA, a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a public institution. Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington degrees go up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, business and management, and computer science and engineering.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 440 and 570.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington 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 912 students at Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington
3550 7th Street Road Rte 780
Upper Burrell, PA 15068-1765
General Phone: (724) 334-5466
http://www.nk.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 27 | business management, business |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 20 | information science |
| Engineering Technician | 18 | biomedical tech, mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Medical Support and Technology | 16 | radiation therapist |
| Therapy and Counseling | 11 | psychology |
| Media | 9 | communication studies |
| Engineering | 7 | electrical engineering |
| Liberal Arts | 4 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 1 | various nursing |
| Science | 1 | biological and physical sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 64 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 49 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington had a total enrollment of 912 students (780 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 54% |
| Women | 46% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 95% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 25 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of New Kensington, 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 | 561 | 482 | 86% | 211 | 44% |
| Men | 284 | 241 | 85% | 114 | 47% |
| Women | 277 | 241 | 87% | 97 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 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 | 90% |
| 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 | $ 11,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,490 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332912)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 11 | 6 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 11 |
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 | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $59,498 |
*: 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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $84,696 | 6 | $73,184 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $64,450 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $69,634 | 9 | $47,952 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 23 | $73,814 | 16 | $60,045 |
*: 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
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Biomedical Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State New Kensington Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
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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