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General Information About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Penn State is a multicampus public research university that educates students from Pennsylvania, the nation and the world, and improves the well being and health of individuals and communities through integrated programs of teaching, research, and service. Our instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, professional, and continuing education offered through both resident instruction and online delivery. Our educational programs are enriched by the cutting edge knowledge, diversity, and creativity of our faculty, students, and staff. Our research, scholarship, and creative activity promote human and economic development, global understanding, and progress in professional practice through the expansion of knowledge and its applications in the natural and applied sciences, social sciences, arts, humanities, and the professions. As Pennsylvania's land-grant university, we provide unparalleled access and public service to support the citizens of the Commonwealth. We engage in collaborative activities with industrial, educational, and agricultural partners here and abroad to generate, disseminate, integrate, and apply knowledge that is valuable to society.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting - Suburb: Midsize
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 3,260 Percent Admitted 81% Men Admitted 82% Women Admitted 80% Full Time Retention Rate 78% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 420 540 Math 430 560 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 17 23 English 17 22 Math 17 24
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $12,750 Room & Board Charge $9,560 Books & Supplies Cost $1,360 Dorm Capacity 805 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 3,236 Native American 3 Asian 124 African American 208 Hispanic 162 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 2,361 Enrolled FullTime Graduates




