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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Public
West Chester, PA
Suburb
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Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$22k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$54k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public university located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, founded in 1871. Known for its strong education and business programs, it is recognized for its vibrant campus community and emphasis on student engagement in academics and extracurricular activities.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at West Chester University of Pennsylvania: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      Average Tuition, including fees before grants and scholarships.
       
      $10,687$42,748
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $12,474$49,896
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at West Chester University of Pennsylvania
       
      $1,200$4,800
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at West Chester University of Pennsylvania) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $4,740$18,960
      Sticker Price$29,101$116,404

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $286 per year over the next three years, reaching $11,659 in 2024, and $11,944 in 2025, and $12,230 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      No Data
      University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      West Chester University of Pennsylvania admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 88%. Typically, admitted students score between 1080-1260 on the SAT or 23-30 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      88%Admission Rate
      72%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1080 - 1260
      ACT Range23 - 30
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      System Science & TheoryN/A$58k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$59k
      History⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      CartographyN/A$0k
      Linguistics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Romance Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsN/A$0k
      Education⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Education AdministrationN/A$0k
      Special EducationN/A$63k
      TeachingN/A$59k
      Physical EducationN/A$57k
      Social Work⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Student CounselingN/A$53k
      Health⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      NutritionN/A$0k
      Mathematics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Applied MathematicsN/A$0k
      StatisticsN/A$0k
      Medical⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Mental HealthN/A$0k
      Registered Nursing (RN)N/A$0k
      Business⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Human Resource ManagementN/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding West Chester University of Pennsylvania's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment3,087
      Full-time Students3,066
      Part-time Students21

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:20:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

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