Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is a public, state school in a suburban setting in Cheyney, Pennsylvania. Cheyney University of Pennsylvania was founded in 1837 and now enrolls around 1,022 students a year, including 997 undergrads. Cheyney University of Pennsylvania offers housing for up to 1,074 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 60% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania! Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of Cheyney University of Pennsylvania's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Cheyney University of Pennsylvania students can .

Excited for Greek life? Cheyney University of Pennsylvania has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Cheyney University of Pennsylvania has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! The deadline to apply regular decision to Cheyney University of Pennsylvania for Fall 2022 is March 31.

2021 Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	85%
Average GPA	2.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	90%
In-State Tuition	$7,716
Out-of-State	$12,732
Percent of Need Met	87%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$10,675

Is Cheyney University of Pennsylvania a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a look at to get a better sense of what Cheyney University of Pennsylvania offers and if it might be a good choice for you.

2015 Acceptance Rate for Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

It is slightly difficult to get into Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. Around 85% of applicants get into Cheyney University of Pennsylvania each year. Last year, 1,127 students applied to Cheyney University of Pennsylvania and 960 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 55% of students who start at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania return for their second year of college. Around 25% of students who started at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Cheyney University of Pennsylvania meets 87% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Cheyney University of Pennsylvania full-time are awarded $10,675 a year in financial aid, on average.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2021 was around $21,000 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. Based on this information, how does Cheyney University of Pennsylvania sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Cheyney University of Pennsylvania a good school for you?

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Where is Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Located?

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is located in the suburban setting of Cheyney, Pennsylvania, less than an hour from Philadelphia.

If you want to see Cheyney University of Pennsylvania for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Route 3 to Cheyney, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Philadelphia International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Cheyney University of Pennsylvania and Cheyney are like without leaving home.

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