Penn State Altoona
Location
3000 Ivyside Park, Altoona, PA, 16601
(814) 949-5000
Admission
Acceptance Rate
10,081
Applied
9,753
Accepted
2,280
Enrolled
Application Deadline
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Freshmen | N/A | N/A | Yes |
| Other early decision plan | November 1 | October 1 | N/A |
| Transfer | N/A | N/A | Yes |
Majors
Major and Degrees
Costs
Annual costs for full-time undergraduate students for the most current academic year. Full-time costs are based on 24 credits per year. Tuition rates vary by:
- Academic program/major
- Campus/location
- Class time
- Class load
- Course level
- Student level
Tuition and Fees
$15,086
In-state
$25,100
Out-of-state
$12,744
Room & Board
Financial Aid
Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study/jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA
$32,173
Avg. Financial Aid Package
$31,033
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
$3,564
Avg. Loan Aid
$20,820
Avg. Grant Aid
$28,433
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
77.2%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
11.98%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
2,280
Total students
31%
Out-of-state students
4%
International Students
2280
Student body size
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
52.6%
Male
47.4%
Female
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | None |
| Housing options | Co-ed housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 39 |
| % of students living on campus | No Reported |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Drama/theatre group
Choral groups
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Late-night transport/escort services