Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Admission
Application Fee
$65
Graduate Application Fee
$65
Acceptance Rate
97.31%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
12.37%
Freshmen Enrollment
859
SAT Scores
1,160
For the 2023-2024 admission, a total of 7,134 students have applied and 6,942 students have allowed to admit to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona (Acceptance rate: 97.31%). Penn State Altoona's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 12.37 % where 859 students have finally enrolled out of 6,942 admitted students.
Penn State Altoona acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Academy of Vocal Arts and All-State Career School, its acceptance rate is much higher (very easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 71.67%).
Penn State Altoona enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 82.47%).
How to Apply to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Penn State Altoona. Penn State Altoona offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://altoona.psu.edu/admissions |
|---|---|
| Financial Aid | https://altoona.psu.edu/tuition-financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | https://tuition.psu.edu/CostEstimate.aspx |
| Veterans Tuition | https://altoona.psu.edu/offices-divisions/academic-affairs/veterans-education-benefits |
| Athletic | https://www.ncaa.org/ |
| Disability Service | https://altoona.psu.edu/offices-divisions/student-affairs/health-wellness/student-disability-resources |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Penn State Altoona and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2024, the average SAT score at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is 1,160 and the average ACT score is 24. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is higher (competitive score) than the schools (average score is 1,040). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona | 1,160 | 24 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,040 | 0 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania | 1,080 | 66 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona, 234 students submitted SAT scores (27% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,160 and it is around average than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 530 | 580 | 630 |
| Mathematics | 520 | 580 | 630 |
| Total | 1,050 | 1,160 | 1,260 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona, 26 students submitted ACT scores (3% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 24 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 22 | 24 | 27 |
| English | 20 | 23 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 18 | 24 | 25 |
Penn State Altoona Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona. The school requires 3 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Completion of college-preparatory program, Admission test scores, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Not Considered |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Not Considered |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |