Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $15,180
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $25,118
- Average Net Price
- $22,518
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 34.8%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $13,820
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,448
- Books & Supplies
- $1,840
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $30,840
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 51.9%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 34.8%
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 | $16,792 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $16,105 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $21,651 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $26,445 |
| $110,001+ | $28,700 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay around $22,518 annually after aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $16,792 per year, while those making over $110,000 face nearly $28,700. Over four years, expect total costs between $67,000 and $115,000 depending on your family's financial situation.
Only 35% of students receive financial aid, and just 17% get institutional grants averaging $8,619. Graduates typically carry $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median starting salaries around $54,468, that debt payment represents about 6% of gross income. The 68% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle with these obligations.
Lower-income families get the best deal here, paying roughly half what wealthy families do. This campus particularly benefits students seeking an affordable Penn State experience before transferring to University Park.
Only 35% of students receive financial aid, and just 17% get institutional grants averaging $8,619. Graduates typically carry $25,000 in debt, translating to $265 monthly payments. With median starting salaries around $54,468, that debt payment represents about 6% of gross income. The 68% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle with these obligations.
Lower-income families get the best deal here, paying roughly half what wealthy families do. This campus particularly benefits students seeking an affordable Penn State experience before transferring to University Park.
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