C
Average
Score: 49/100

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus

4-Year Public
📍 University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
ℹ️
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: 34%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
C
52/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

13,564
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
$21,171
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Pennsylvania State University-World Campus

67% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 9,129 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where Pennsylvania State University-World Campus Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Geography, Other
of 2 schools
#11
Labor and Industrial Relations
of 11 schools
#16
Homeland Security
of 22 schools
#22
Computational Science
of 23 schools
#26
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other
of 39 schools
#27
Geographic Information Science and Cartography
of 33 schools
#29
Engineering, Other
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $15,204 $15,204

Financial Aid

72%
Receive Any Aid
39%
Receive Pell Grants
46%
Take Out Loans
$21,171
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$18,032
$30,001 - $48,000$20,397
$48,001 - $75,000$20,910
$75,001 - $110,000$25,494
$110,001+$25,449

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 470 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 281 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 223 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 195 grads/yr Psychology, General 182 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 160 grads/yr Geographic Information Science and Cartography 153 grads/yr Labor and Industrial Relations 145 grads/yr Accounting 101 grads/yr Homeland Security 97 grads/yr Computational Science 87 grads/yr Statistics, General 83 grads/yr Finance, General 82 grads/yr Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other 81 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 73 grads/yr Public Administration 70 grads/yr Engineering, Other 69 grads/yr Human Development and Family Studies, General 61 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 60 grads/yr Geography, Other 60 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Pennsylvania State University-World Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

13,564
Total Students
50%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)
67%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 10%
Black 7%
Asian 6%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 67%
With Family 33%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~9,129 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 1%
Fully Online 99%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus?
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus has an acceptance rate of 80%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Pennsylvania State University-World Campus?
Tuition at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is $15,204 for in-state students and $15,204 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $21,171.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus?
The graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Pennsylvania State University-World Campus a good school?
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (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 (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): 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-World Campus?
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus has a total enrollment of 13,564 students.
Is there rental demand near Pennsylvania State University-World Campus?
Yes! Approximately 67% of students at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 9,129 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the University Park area.

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