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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester, Pennsylvania · Public

$23k/yearCost after aid

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About

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It is a public institution. The university enrolls approximately 14,067 students.

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Cost and aid

True cost

$23kper year

Compared to $17k national average

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$10,687
Out-of-state tuition$22,511
Room & board$12,474
Avg aid package$5,503
Students receiving aid53%
Pell grant recipients25%
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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1100–1270
4001600
ACT · middle 50%24–28
136

Application info

Acceptance rate79%
Average GPA3.40
Student–faculty ratio20:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes
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Academics

Graduation rate71%
Retention rate84%
Student–faculty ratio20:1
Full-time faculty74%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$61,258
Avg starting salary$73,900
Job placement rate96%
Earn more than HS grad79%
Economic mobility127%
Loan default (3 yr)3%
Loan repayment (3 yr)75%

Student life

Demographics

Large School
14,067Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 59%Male 41%
74% WhiteRacial diversity
White 74%Black 11%Hispanic 8%Asian 3%Other 5%
Greek lifeYes
Campus housingYes

About West Chester University of Pennsylvania

24-HR security patrol, emergency phones, and escort safety rides available.

The honors program at West Chester University offers academically gifted students the opportunity to engage in advanced coursework, participate in research, and benefit from personalized advising and mentorship.

Endowment$61,145,504
Avg faculty salary$128,844

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