Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona - Altoona, PA
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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
School Overview
The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Bachelor's degree. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is a public school.
Contacting the School
3000 Ivyside Pk
Altoona, PA 16601-3777
Main Phone: (814) 949-5000
Web Site: www.aa.psu.edu/
Student Body Size and Diversity
In Fall 2002, the school had 4,034 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.5% of students attend full-time, while 0.5% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 763 male students and 721 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 51.4% of the student body, while females made up 48.6%.
Minority enrollment included African-American (272)%, Hispanic (83)%, Asian (101)%, and Native American (4)%.
School Selectivity
In the class starting in 2002, 78.9% of applicants were admitted.
Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 450. One quarter of students scored at least 540.
Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 450 or higher. One fourth of students scored 560 or higher.
Degree Programs
Business And Management
ComputerEngineeringEngineering Technology And Technicians- Electromechanical Instrument Technology
- Electronic And Computer Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona belongs to the following athletic conferences:
- (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).
The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.
Special Student Services
Academic Services
- Remedial assistance
- AP credits
- Distance learning options
- Study abroad
Financial Flexibility
- ROTC
- Student employment services
- Career counseling
- Placement services for graduates
Cost of Attending
| In-State, Living On Campus: | $ 23,828 |
| In-State, Living With Family: | $ 15,854 |
| Out of State, Living On Campus: | $ 29,610 |
Admission Requirements
- High-school GPA is required.
- Secondary school record is required.
- Standardized test scores are required.
- The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.
- Secondary school rank is recommended.
- A college preparatory program is recommended.
- Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
- A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.
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