West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester University of Pennsylvania Overview

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public, state school in a suburban setting in West Chester, Pennsylvania. West Chester University of Pennsylvania was founded in 1871 and the school presently has around 17,614 students per year, which includes 14,471 undergrad students. West Chester University of Pennsylvania ensures housing for up to 5,146 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 50% of students spend their weekends on campus.

Student Involvement at West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Are you interested in music or performing? At West Chester University of Pennsylvania you can join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? West Chester University of Pennsylvania students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? West Chester University of Pennsylvania has both fraternities and sororities.

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

2022 West Chester University of Pennsylvania Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	89%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	27%
In-State Tuition	$7,716
Out-of-State	$19,290
Percent of Need Met	43.8%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$8,900

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Is West Chester University of Pennsylvania a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can give you a sense of how selective a university is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a clearer sense of what West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers and if it could be the right college for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for West Chester University of Pennsylvania

It is moderately difficult to get into West Chester University of Pennsylvania. The university admitted 89% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 14,020 students applied to West Chester University of Pennsylvania and 12,528 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at West Chester University of Pennsylvania

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

Around 85% of students who start at West Chester University of Pennsylvania come back the next year. 73% of West Chester University of Pennsylvania undergrads graduate within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook West Chester University of Pennsylvania Graduates

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

Check with West Chester University of Pennsylvania directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

West Chester University of Pennsylvania's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of West Chester University of Pennsylvania's endowment was $33 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $7,885 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at West Chester 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.

West Chester University of Pennsylvania meets 43.8% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend West Chester University of Pennsylvania full-time are awarded $8,900 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2022 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $36,722 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some 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! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at West Chester University of Pennsylvania.

Based on this information, is West Chester University of Pennsylvania the school for you? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is West Chester University of Pennsylvania a good school for you?

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Where is West Chester University of Pennsylvania Located?

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

If you are interested in seeing West Chester University of Pennsylvania for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Pennsylvania Turnpike to West Chester, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Philadelphia International.

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

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