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Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre can be found in Lehman, 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 Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre.
The most common majors at the school are in business and management, computer science and engineering, engineering technician, and security and law enforcement.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 430 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 440 to 560, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 697 students were enrolled in the school.
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre
Old Rte 115
Lehman, PA 18627-0217
General Phone: (570) 675-2171
http://www.wb.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 39 | business management, business |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 28 | criminal justice and safety |
| Liberal Arts | 21 | liberal arts and sciences, American studies, English |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 12 | information science |
| Engineering Technician | 9 | electronics tech, surveying tech, biomedical tech, telecommunications tech |
| Engineering | 2 | manufacturing engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 76 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 25 | 8 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 10 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre had a total enrollment of 697 students (642 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 71% |
| Women | 29% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 79% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 95% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 43% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of , for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 630 | 531 | 84% | 173 | 33% |
| Men | 385 | 328 | 85% | 122 | 37% |
| Women | 245 | 203 | 83% | 51 | 25% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 29 |
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 | 95% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| 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 Wilkes Barre participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332917)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 19 | 2 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 11 | 5 |
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 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: 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 | 4 | $89,498 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 11 | $73,415 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $65,264 | 0 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $55,107 | 3 | $61,699 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 30 | $67,314 | 5 | $63,227 |
*: 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
Biomedical Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State Wilkes Barre Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (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 Has ROTC (army, air force)
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