Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

If you are applying to Penn State Erie The Behrend College, the fee for the application costs $65.

Penn State Erie The Behrend College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Penn State Erie The Behrend College's admissions stats.

Penn State Erie The Behrend College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	31%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5%
Waitlist	No

Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Penn State Erie, The Behrend College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 24

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Want to Apply Early to Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

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Penn State Erie The Behrend College does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Penn State Erie The Behrend College will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 24.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Admissions

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Transferring to Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

For more information on transferring to Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Penn State Erie The Behrend College

Penn State Erie The Behrend College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Penn State Erie The Behrend College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Penn State Erie The Behrend College

What does Penn State Erie The Behrend College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with Penn State Erie The Behrend College for more information on admission factors.

Penn State Erie The Behrend College Application Requirements

To apply to Penn State Erie The Behrend College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Penn State Erie The Behrend College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement		√
Interview			√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

Penn State Erie The Behrend College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Penn State Erie The Behrend College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Penn State Erie The Behrend College does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 31% of Penn State Erie The Behrend College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Penn State Erie The Behrend College students scored 650 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Penn State Erie The Behrend College students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

To be most competitive at Penn State Erie The Behrend College, you should strive to earn between 22 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Penn State Erie The Behrend College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Penn State Erie The Behrend College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Penn State Erie, The Behrend College

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Penn State Erie The Behrend College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Penn State Erie The Behrend College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Penn State Erie The Behrend College.

Does Penn State Erie The Behrend College accept transfer credits?

✅ Penn State Erie The Behrend College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Penn State Erie The Behrend College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Penn State Erie The Behrend College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

✅ Penn State Erie The Behrend College is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Penn State Erie The Behrend College's acceptance rate?

✅ Penn State Erie The Behrend College's acceptance rate is 95%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Penn State Erie The Behrend College?

❌ Penn State Erie The Behrend College does not offer early decision.

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