Pennsylvania State University
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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
Swim Team Instagram: @pennstateswimdive
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
Recruiting Questionnaire: N/A
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #34
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #9 in Big Ten
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #12 in Big Ten
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U.S. News College Rankings
#63 in National Universities (tie)
#30 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#20 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
Aerospace /Aeronautical / Astronautical
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#11 in Biological / Agricultural
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#11 in Industrial / Manufacturing (tie)
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At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Production / Operation Management
#10 in Supply Chain Management / Logistics (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#408
#190
In Public Colleges
#222
In Research Universities
#145
In The Northeast
America's Best Employers By State 2023
#21
Best Employers for New Grads 2023
#500
Best Employers for Diversity 2023
#406
America's Best Large Employers 2023
#211
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A
Diversity: A
Athletics: A+
Professors: A-
Dorms: B
Student Life: A+
Value: B-
Campus: A
Party Scene: A+
Location: A-
Campus Food: A-
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #48 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #30 of 1,332
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