Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington Admissions

Penn State New Kensington has an open admission policy with a 91.45% acceptance rate, meaning nearly all applicants who meet basic requirements get in. The middle 50% of students score between 1080 and 1210 on the SAT, with an average of 1145. This is a regional campus designed for students who want the Penn State name and programs without the competition of University Park. The school looks for students who need a smaller, more supportive environment to succeed. With only 423 students total and a 9:1 student-faculty ratio, this campus works well for students who learn better with more personal attention and want to stay close to home while earning a Penn State degree.