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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington 3550 7th Street Road Rte 780, Upper Burrell, Pennsylvania 15068-1765 New Kensington, PA 15068 Phone: (724) 334-5466
  • General Information
    About Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington

    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
    • 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
    • Master's degree
    Campus Setting
    • Rural: Fringe
    Disability Services Student
    • 3% or Less
  • Admission
    Total Applicants 520
    Percent Admitted 84%
    Men Admitted 81%
    Women Admitted 89%
    Full Time Retention Rate 75%
  • Submitted ACT & SAT Scores

    •     25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score
      Critical Reading 430 540
      Math 440 570
    •     25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score
      Composite 19 22
      English 19 22
      Math 19 24
  • Tuition & Fees
    09-10 Tuition & Fees $12,200
    Room & Board Charge $0
    Books & Supplies Cost $1,360
  • Student Demographics
    Total Enrolled 1,089
    Native American 0
    Asian 9
    African American 27
    Hispanic 9
    Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 617
    Enrolled FullTime Graduates

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