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Campus Life

Campus Size

Medium-Sized Campus
11,873
Total Undergrads
Including 1,093 Part-time
2,067
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 5 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
61% Women
39% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division II (with football)

Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

8
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $71,141)
12
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $66,573)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 62 95 - -
Baseball 28 - - -
Basketball 15 17 - -
Field Hockey - 24 - -
Football 111 - - -
Golf 10 9 - -
Gymnastics - 19 - -
Lacrosse - 32 - -
Other Sports - 55 - -
Soccer 26 36 - -
Softball - 27 - -
Swimming and Diving 24 28 - -
Tennis 12 17 - -
Volleyball - 19 - -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.3%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2.2%
Black/non-Hispanic 8.4%
Hispanic 2.8%
Non-resident alien 0.6%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 0.9%
Two or more races 0.0%
White/non-Hispanic 84.9%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Remedial services for students with learning disabilities
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 0
Drug Law Violation 103
Liquor Law Violation 352
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 5
Property Crime 18
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Nicole from Pottstown, PA
  • 4
  • “For traditional dorms the living facilities are very decent. Though some of the buildings are old, they are still livable and kept pretty clean. The RA's are VERY nice and…”

  • Jan-12-2012 » Read More
  • Anonymous
  • 3
  • “traditional housing is not exceptional. there is no wireless internet in the dorms and my experience there was not the best. there are suites available though. …”

  • Jan-26-2012 » Read More
  • Kristen
  • 5
  • “Dorm life at West Chester is amazing! Everyone is so willing to help out and become involved. The resident assistants are amazing and are there for anything you…”

  • Jun-08-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 5
  • Kathryn from Lincoln University, PA
  • Apr-18-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    The food at the Lawrence Hall in West Chester has such a great variety. They have everything from sandwiches, pizza, and even all day breakfast. The students will not be leaving hungry.

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  • 3
  • Tatum from Malvern, PA
  • Apr-04-2013 I am a current student here

    It all depends what you are into. Sykes is my favorite place, but Einstein's , the Diner and Starbucks are also really good.

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  • 5
  • Michele from Drexel Hill, PA
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    The food is excellent! There are also food stands outside of the buildings for students to run and grab breakfast or lunch between classes.

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  • 5
  • John from montoursville, PA
  • Feb-17-2013 I am a current student here

    The food here is very good. There is a plethora of options to chose from ranging from the West Chester Diner to the chik-fil-a inside of the student Union.

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  • 4
  • Roman from Philadelphia, PA
  • Feb-05-2013 I am a current student here

    The cooking is amazing, with diverse food choices on a daily basis. You will never get tired of trying new things and if you're looking for something more simple, the pizza and hamburgers are always a great choice. You can come eat as long as you'd like and the environment is comfortable and cozy.

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  • 4
  • Rosy from Philadelphia, PA
  • Jan-11-2013 I am a current student here

    Coming into West Chester University there are multiple spots on campus to never be hungry. Down-Town is a walkable distance to always enjoy the restaurant's. While on campus, there is the building Sykes Union involving fast food and on the streets the numerous stands for take-out, right outside of class buildings.

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  • 3
  • Vito from Bangor, PA
  • Jan-08-2013 I am a current student here

    For the most part, the food is pretty good, but do not go to Lawrence. Lawrence is the main cafeteria and the food isn't the greatest. The food goes right through you. Luckily there are several other food services on campus including a Starbucks, which is really cool!

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Roman from Philadelphia, PA
  • Feb-05-2013 I am a current student here

    Greek life is so much fun. These guys know how to party and get good grades. Joining a fraternity or sorority will give you a second family and show you how even the smallest charities can make a great difference in society. You will surely make some brothers and sisters if participating in the Greek life

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  • 0
  • Rosy from Philadelphia, PA
  • Jan-11-2013 I am a current student here

    The greeks on campus are always willing to help out students that need help either homework, studying or directions. The pride is always shown and as normal people they always have a smile on there faces.

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  • 0
  • Theresa
  • Nov-06-2012 I am a current student here

    Greek Life is a presence on campus, but not overwhelming. Personally, I am not involved in Greek Life, but I don't feel judged for that. It's there if you want it, but it's not something you need to be involved in to make friends.

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  • 0
  • Deneen from Philadelphia, PA
  • Aug-31-2012 I am a current student here

    While I am not involved in any Greek Life soro/frat, I do appreciate the wide variety of groups they have on our campus. West Chester not only has the divine nine on campus, but other sonority and fraternities that I recently learned about upon arrival here.

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