Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
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: 17%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 77th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $74,958 | $93,277 | -7% | #213 of 258 | #193 | $26,000 |
| Information Science/Studies | $66,209 | $91,671 | +7% | #26 of 148 | #26 | $25,950 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $58,884 | $81,755 | +20% | #21 of 187 | #21 | $27,000 |
| Surveying Engineering | — | $77,094 | -2% | — | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | $41,201 | $68,918 | +9% | #133 of 565 | #106 | $25,000 |
| Business/Commerce | $45,110 | $65,292 | -5% | #122 of 271 | #144 | $25,593 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $37,240 | $56,877 | +3% | #251 of 660 | #232 | $25,500 |
| Business/Corporate Communications | $32,445 | $55,840 | -15% | #15 of 25 | #14 | $25,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $34,181 | $55,505 | -2% | #284 of 660 | #258 | $25,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $33,153 | $51,635 | -7% | #48 of 85 | #50 | $26,000 |
| English Language and Literature | $29,848 | $50,299 | +4% | #238 of 576 | #196 | $25,000 |
| Psychology | $32,408 | $49,543 | -2% | #538 of 1027 | #504 | $26,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,824 | $23,316 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $9,544 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $10,092 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $14,764 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $20,763 |
| $110,001+ | $21,827 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
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- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology