Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $14,380
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $23,872
- Average Net Price
- $18,657
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 33.5%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $12,852
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,448
- Books & Supplies
- $1,840
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $29,072
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 57.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 33.5%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $10,180 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $12,787 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $14,073 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $22,906 |
| $110,001+ | $24,301 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $29,072 sticker price at Penn State Beaver. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $10,180 annually, while those from $110,000+ households face $24,301. Over four years, costs range from roughly $41,000 to $97,000 depending on family income.
The typical graduate leaves with $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median starting salaries around $54,468, loan payments consume about 6% of gross income. Two-thirds of borrowers successfully repay their loans. Only 22% of students receive institutional grants averaging $7,728, while one-third qualify for Pell Grants.
Students planning to transfer after two years get the strongest value proposition. They access Penn State's academic reputation at regional campus pricing before moving to University Park or other four-year campuses to complete their degrees.
The typical graduate leaves with $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median starting salaries around $54,468, loan payments consume about 6% of gross income. Two-thirds of borrowers successfully repay their loans. Only 22% of students receive institutional grants averaging $7,728, while one-third qualify for Pell Grants.
Students planning to transfer after two years get the strongest value proposition. They access Penn State's academic reputation at regional campus pricing before moving to University Park or other four-year campuses to complete their degrees.
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