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General Information About West Chester University of Pennsylvania The Facilities mission is to operate and maintain a high-quality physical environment at West Chester University to enhance student learning, faculty teaching and research, and the University's service to the community. To accomplish our mission: We are a service organization dedicated to the success and satisfaction of WCU faculty, staff and students and campus visitors. Our staff members are our most valuable asset. Each individual is a team member who contributes to the decision-making process. We seek creative and innovative solutions to meet our customer's needs. We set high service standards. And, we promote the personal growth of our staff through education and training. We provide reliable and timely service at a competitive cost. We use proven technology to increase our capabilities. We welcome feedback to assist us in determining the quality of our services. We stress a safe campus environment for our staff and customers. We constantly look ahead by conducting planning activities to achieve the most desirable future possible for our customers and the University. THE GOLDEN RULE OF FACILITIES SERVICE We maintain the WCU campus to help the University fulfill its teaching, research and community service responsibilities. All WCU faculty, staff, and students, as well as campus visitors, are our customers. We strive to treat our customer as we would like to be treated: with courtesy, professionalism and quality service at competitive prices.
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, Air Force)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- 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 - Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - Suburb: Large
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 13,615 Percent Admitted 49% Men Admitted 48% Women Admitted 50% Full Time Retention Rate 84% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 480 560 Math 490 580
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $7,211 Room & Board Charge $7,214 Books & Supplies Cost $1,320 Dorm Capacity 4,439 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $5,444,557 Other Federal Grants $307,338 Scholarships & Fellowships $18,553,222 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $11,597,491 Average Grant Dollars Issued $3,362,505 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $9,276,611 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 16,765 Native American 42 Asian 379 African American 1,377 Hispanic 425 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 11,139 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 794



