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Penn State New Kensington can be found in Upper Burrell, PA (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Penn State New Kensington.
The most common majors at the school are in media, business and management, and computer science and engineering.
Penn State New Kensington does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 430 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 440 to 550, but ranged both higher and lower. People attending Penn State New Kensington come from a variety of states around the country.
A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at Penn State New Kensington are well-paid.
In 2007, 912 students were enrolled in the school.
More complete details are provided below.
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 | 38 | business management, business |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 25 | information science |
| Medical Support And Technology | 15 | radiation therapist |
| Engineering Technician | 12 | mechanical engineering tech, biomedical tech, electronics tech |
| Media | 8 | communication studies |
| Engineering | 7 | electrical engineering |
| Therapy And Counseling | 5 | psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 4 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Education And Teaching | 2 | industrial arts teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Penn State New Kensington in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 75 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 38 | 7 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 3 | 2 |
In 2007, Penn State New Kensington had a total enrollment of 912 students (750 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 96% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 96% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 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 | 475 | 393 | 83% | 204 | 52% |
| Men | 268 | 222 | 83% | 118 | 53% |
| Women | 207 | 171 | 83% | 86 | 50% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 23 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 23 |
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 | 97% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 3% |
| 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 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,168 |
Financial Aid:
Penn State New Kensington participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332912)
Penn State New Kensington has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 10 | 6 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 11 |
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 | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $54,163 |
*: 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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $81,086 | 6 | $70,539 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $64,070 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 7 | $61,052 | 8 | $46,194 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 21 | $70,381 | 15 | $58,682 |
*: 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
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
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
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets 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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