Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $15,180
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $25,118
- Average Net Price
- $18,934
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 43.3%
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $13,448
- Books & Supplies
- $1,840
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 57.8%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 43.3%
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 | $14,151 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,015 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $19,270 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $21,235 |
| $110,001+ | $24,596 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Penn State Scranton's average net price of $18,934 means most families pay about $75,736 over four years. Low-income families earning under $30,000 pay just $14,151 annually, while those making over $110,000 pay the full $24,596. The campus serves as an affordable entry point into the Penn State system for northeastern Pennsylvania families.
Graduates typically leave with $25,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $265. With median earnings of $63,435 ten years out, that represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio. The 67.92% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can handle their payments. Only 43% of students receive financial aid, indicating many families can afford the cost without assistance.
First-generation college students and those seeking Penn State's name recognition at a fraction of University Park's cost get the best deal here. The small campus size means more individualized attention during the crucial transition years.
Graduates typically leave with $25,000 in debt, translating to monthly payments of $265. With median earnings of $63,435 ten years out, that represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio. The 67.92% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can handle their payments. Only 43% of students receive financial aid, indicating many families can afford the cost without assistance.
First-generation college students and those seeking Penn State's name recognition at a fraction of University Park's cost get the best deal here. The small campus size means more individualized attention during the crucial transition years.
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