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Average
Score: 48/100

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine

4-Year Public
📍 Media, Pennsylvania 19063
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 21%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
C
49/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,223
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
$21,739
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 62 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$646,217
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,739
1-Year Change
+4.4%
For parents & investors

The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $646,217
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,739/mo — vs ~$945/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19015 (5.3% cap, Brookhaven)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $14,624 $24,562
Room $8,508
Board $5,312
Total Cost (On-Campus) $35,628 $45,566

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
39%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
$21,739
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$16,792
$30,001 - $48,000$16,105
$48,001 - $75,000$21,651
$75,001 - $110,000$26,445
$110,001+$28,700

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business/Commerce, General 24 grads/yr Psychology, General 20 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 16 grads/yr Human Development and Family Studies, General 13 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 11 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 11 grads/yr Management Information Systems and Services, Other 9 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 8 grads/yr Engineering, General 7 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, Other 7 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 5 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 3 grads/yr Computer Science 3 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 3 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 2 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 2 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 1 grads/yr American/United States Studies/Civilization 1 grads/yr Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs
General and operations managers
$103k/yr 3,712,900 jobs

Student Demographics

1,223
Total Students
37%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)
5%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 9%
Black 17%
Asian 14%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 62%
Off-Campus (Renters) 5%
With Family 33%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~62 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%
Hybrid (Some Online) 43%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine has an acceptance rate of 95%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Tuition at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is $14,624 for in-state students and $24,562 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $21,739.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
The graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine a good school?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine has a total enrollment of 1,223 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Yes! Approximately 5% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 62 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology