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Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York is located in York, Pennsylvania, United States. Penn State York is a commonwealth campus of the Pennsylvania State University. The York Campus was set up in 1939, and in 1956 it moved to its present location. The campus of Penn State York spreads over an area of 51 acres. Students at Penn State York are offered associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees in various subjects. Certificate courses and continuing education courses are also available.
Penn State York has several varsity athletics teams. The teams participate in basketball, baseball, soccer, tennis, and volleyball. The university is a member of the Penn State University Athletic Conference. The mascot of the college is a Nittany Lion. Students in need of financial aid can apply for scholarships at Penn State York. Some of the scholarships given are the University College Dean, The Reinhardt Foundation, and the CES Presidential Scholarships.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State York can be found in York, PA (a medium-sized suburb). The school is a public institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Pennsylvania State University Penn State York.
The most common majors at the school are in business and management and computer science and engineering.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State York does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 410 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 440 to 550, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way Pennsylvania State University Penn State York works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at the school are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 1,622 students were enrolled in Pennsylvania State University Penn State York.
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania State University Penn State York
1031 Edgecomb Ave
York, PA 17403-3326
General Phone: (717) 771-4000
http://www.yk.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 54 | business management, business |
| Liberal Arts | 20 | liberal arts and sciences, English, American studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 19 | information science |
| Engineering Technician | 18 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Family and Social Work | 13 | family studies |
| Science | 11 | biological and physical sciences |
| Engineering | 9 | electrical engineering |
| Media | 7 | communication studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania State University Penn State York in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 89 | 9 |
| Associate's degree | 62 | 6 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania State University Penn State York had a total enrollment of 1,622 students (1,160 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 60% |
| Women | 40% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 18 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of York, 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 | 1,328 | 1,118 | 84% | 333 | 30% |
| Men | 742 | 643 | 87% | 199 | 31% |
| Women | 586 | 475 | 81% | 134 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
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 | 93% |
| 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 | $ 11,660 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,450 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,264 |
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania State University Penn State York participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332918)
Pennsylvania State University Penn State York has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 19 | 4 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 4 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $52,036 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $52,036 |
*: 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 | $94,874 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $75,715 | 4 | $71,114 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $63,276 | 4 | $57,632 |
| Instructor | academic year | 12 | $54,186 | 7 | $55,532 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 39 | $66,268 | 16 | $58,674 |
*: 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
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania State University Penn State York Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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