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Penn State University Scholarships
| 201 Old Main | Tuition In/Out-State: | $15,984 / $28,066 | Total Fall Enrollment: | 45,233 |
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| University Park , PA 16802-1589 | Books and Supplies: | $1,536 | Applicants Admitted: | 55% |
| (814) 865-5471 | On-campus Room and Board: | $9,432 | Receiving Aid of Some Type: | 69% |
| http://www.psu.edu/ | Undergraduate Application Fee: | $50 | Receiving Institutional Aid: | 29% , $6,234 on average |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Penn State University General Information
Will I get in?Address 201 Old Main, University Park, PA 16802-1589 Phone Number (814) 865-5471 Web Address http://www.psu.edu/ Mission Statement 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.
Type of School Four or more years, Public Religious affiliation None Highest degree offered Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice Calendar Semester Setting Small city Distance learning opportunities Yes Penn State University Size
Total enrollment 45,233 Enrolled full time 43,106 Enrolled part time 2,127 Penn State University Student Body
Men enrolled full time 23,593 Women enrolled full time 19,513 American Indian/Alaskan Native - Asian/Pacific Islander - Black/Non-Hispanic - Hispanic - White/Non-Hispanic - Non-Resident Alien 9% Race/ethnicity unknown 4% -
Penn State University Admission Basics
Admissions office phone number (814) 865-5471 Open admission policy No Undergraduate Application fee $50 Applied 41,545 Admitted 22,761 Enrolled 7,262 Admitted % 55% Penn State University Admission factors
Admission test scores Required Secondary school GPA Required Secondary school rank Recommended Secondary school record Required TOEFL Required Completion of college preparatory program Recommended Recommendations Neither required nor recommended Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended Penn State University Admission statistics
Students submitting SAT 81% SAT 1 Verbal 25th percentile score 530 SAT 1 Verbal 75th percentile score 630 SAT 1 Math 25th percentile score 560 SAT 1 Math 75th percentile score 670 Students submitting ACT 13% ACT Composite 25th percentile score 25 ACT Composite 75th percentile score 29 -
Penn State University Cost
In-State Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates $15,124 Out-of-state Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates $27,206 Books and Supplies $1,536 On-campus room and board $9,432 Off-campus room and board - Penn State University Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid 69% Receiving Federal Grants 16% , $4,997 on average Receiving Institutional Aid 29% , $6,234 on average Receiving Student Loans 53% , $7,680 on average -
Penn State University Programs & Majors
Graduates in 2009/2010 academic year.
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Penn State University Deadlines
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Regular application deadline No closing date Priority application deadline November 30 Fall application deadline February 1 SAT Reasoning / ACT scores due - SAT Subject score report due - College will notify student by - Student must reply to acceptance by No set date Deadline for housing deposit May 1 Financial Aid
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Transfer priority application deadline November 30 Transfer priority financial aid deadline - Transfer application closing date Rolling admission Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms May 1 College will notify student of transfer decision by - -
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BAE Scholarship: For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST)
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- Requirements: ALL Purpose: This is an official recognition of the knowledge and technical and life skills students have gained from participating in a FIRST competition. FIRST scholarships enable students to pursue majors and careers in engineering, computer science, aeronautics, and many other technical fields.This FIRST scholarship is sponsored by the Penn State College of Engineering and BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems provides support and service solutions for current and future defense, intelligence, and civilian systems; designs, develops and manufactures a wide range of electronic systems and subsystems for both military and commercial applications; produces specialized security and protection products for law enforcement and first responders; and designs, develops, produces, and provides service support of armored combat vehicles, artillery systems, and intelligent munitions. For more information about BAE Systems, visit www.baesystems.com. Eligibility: US Citizen Student must be a high school senior and Participate on a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team or on a FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) team. The candidate selected to receive this award must: 1. satisfy all requirements for admission to Penn State, completing the application and enrollment process 2. remain a full-time student and maintain a minimum 3.33 cumGPA in the College of Engineering Terms of Awards: $2,500 annual scholarship is renewable for up to four years, and has a total value of $10,000. The award will be disbursed in the amount of $1,250 for each semester, not to exceed 8 semesters.
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