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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 54%
Average High School GPA: 3.7
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1220-1400
ACT Range: 27-32
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 40,600
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $20,644
Out-of-State Tuition: $41,790
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: University Park, Pennsylvania
Setting: College Town
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 27°F (-3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 72°F (22°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 39 inches (990 mm)
Nearest Airport: University Park Airport (SCE) — Approximately 5 miles (10-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@pennstate
Twitter:@penn_state
Facebook:Penn State
LinkedIn:Penn State University
YouTube:Penn State
TikTok: @pennstate
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: McCoy Natatorium
Head Coach: Hollie Bonewit-Cron
Coaching Staff
2024–25 Roster
Recruiting Questionnaire
Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #23
Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 in Big Ten
2024–25 Best Times: Best Times
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Forbes Top Colleges
#27 In Private Colleges
#27 In Research Universities
#6 In The South
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#217 America's Best Employers for Women 2024
#120 America's Best Employers for Diversity 2024
#153 America's Best Large Employers 2024
#220 Best Employers for New Grads 2023
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A
Diversity: A-
Athletics: A+
Student Life: A
Campus: A
Value: B+
Safety: B-
Campus Food: B+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #15 of 1,310
Get Recruited!
Complete the university swimming and diving
recruiting questionnaire and email the coach.